During the 2017 legislative session, lawmakers passed House Bill 419’s amendments to Tennessee’s Wage Regulations Act, which provides protections for employees in the payment of wages. Prior to the passage of HB 419, all wages and other compensation of employees in private employment were due and payable at least semi-monthly (twice per month). The new Read more
The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (DOLWD) has released an updated version of its mandatory Unemployment Insurance Poster for Employees. This posting informs workers of their rights and responsibilities when filing for unemployment insurance benefits, providing vital information on how to determine eligibility and what to expect when filing a claim. This update Read more
The Tennessee Court of Appeals recently affirmed the determination of the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDOL), as well as a lower court, that dog groomers working for a Knoxville company were misclassified as independent contractors. The case serves as a reminder to employers in Tennessee and elsewhere to ensure that they meet Read more
The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development has released an updated Unemployment Insurance poster dated June 2013. The changes address clarifications regarding work search eligibility and benefit requirements. Compliance Poster Company has the exclusive Peel N Post update available for this change. Click here to order the Tennessee Unemployment Insurance Peel N Post. Click Read more
