Labor Rules and Regulations
At the federal, state, and local levels, cleaning business must navigate a web of labor laws, rules, and regulations that vary greatly, especially for multi-state operations and franchises. From policy changes to audits, we cover labor-related news here.
Your Voice Needed to Restore Work Opportunity Tax Credit
ISSA needs your help to re-instate the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) for cleaning businesses.
Overtime Rule Reversal: What It Means for Residential Cleaning Businesses
In a recent legal shake-up, a federal judge in Texas has vacated the U.S. Department of Labor's (DOL) updated overtime rule for 2024, restoring the salary threshold for overtime eligibility to $35,568. This decision has direct implications for residential cleaning […]
FTC Announces Rule Aimed At Banning Non-compete Agreements
Non-compete agreements have long been a staple in the cleaning industry. Preventing employees from exiting to establish competing businesses or to join rival companies helps to secure both clientele and trade secrets. On Tuesday, April 23rd 2024, the Federal Trade […]
New Rule for Independent Contractors to Start Next Week
The new independent contractor rule means it’s time for a thorough evaluation of your current contractors to ensure compliance with the upcoming changes.
Janitors Win Travel Time and Meal Break Lawsuit
Cleaning company ordered to pay $425,000 in missing travel time and other time and wage violationsCapital Building Services Group, based in Illinois, provided the contract janitors for several department stores in Minneapolis, MN. The stores confirmed that the group won […]
