Littler Mendelson attorneys Joshua Vaughn and Colby Ellis will provide an in-depth overview of the latest employment law updates, litigation trends, and strategies to mitigate risks for home care employers in Florida. This session will cover critical topics, including:

• • The Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) Non-Compete Ban: What happened, and how does it affect your business?

  • Understanding Exempt Employees: Clarifying who qualifies as an exempt employee and whether a salary increase is still expected on January 1, 2025.

  • Medical and Recreational Marijuana: Do employers need to accommodate usage, and what are the legal implications?

  • Home Care Litigation Update: Insights into current litigation issues such as rate manipulation, day rates, failure to calculate regular and overtime rates when bonuses are involved, and determining weighted average overtime rates for caregivers with multiple pay rates.

  • Mitigating Litigation and Audit Risks: How to fix common wage and hour mistakes now to avoid future legal disputes and audit findings.

  • National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Scrutiny of Employee Handbooks: Understanding why the NLRB is interested in your handbook and how to correct common mistakes.

  • Essential Employee Onboarding Documents: The critical role of applications, offer letters, and especially arbitration agreements in employee recruitment and legal risk mitigation.

Josh and Colby will lead an engaging discussion, offering proactive and practical steps that home care employers can implement to navigate the evolving legal landscape confidently and reduce their exposure to potential litigation.