Many employers are unaware of their requirement to post notices about the vast array of employment laws. Numerous federal and state laws require employers to post notices at the job site describing employee rights. These posting requirements seek to educate…
LEGAL ALERT On March 16, 2026, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) updated its Form I-9 Inspection guidance, changing how the agency classifies certain Form I-9 errors during employer audits. Although the underlying Form I-9 requirements remain the same, several errors…
Form I-9 Matters Now More Than Ever Since taking office, the Trump Administration made enforcement of federal hiring laws a priority. In a quest to ensure employer compliance, the administration significantly increased enforcement efforts, with immigration authorities conducting more audits…
LEGAL ALERT The Department of Justice (DOJ) released guidance on July 30, 2025 regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion programs (as practices that may violate federal anti-discrimination law) and the application of federal anti-discrimination laws to those who receive federal funds. The…
With year end closely approaching and the holiday season upon us, nonprofits may be looking for ways to thank their local volunteers. PBPO often receives questions about how a nonprofit may recognize a volunteer’s time through stipends without jeopardizing their…
LEGAL ALERT A federal district judge in Texas recently invalidated the Labor Department’s overtime rule that sought to raise the minimum salary level that white collar employees must be paid to remain exempt from overtime pay. The ruling strikes down…
In April 2024, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released an update to its enforcement guidance on workplace harassment, almost 25 years after the EEOC last published guidance on this topic. Workplace harassment claims have become a serious matter…
LEGAL ALERT On April 23, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued its final rule regarding the salary threshold for overtime exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This development will significantly impact employers, as it affects compliance obligations,…
LEGAL ALERT Does your nonprofit utilize independent contractors? On January 10, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued its long-anticipated final rule formally revising its guidelines for classifying workers as employees or independent contractors under the federal Fair Labor Standards…
Attention nonprofit employers—Starting November 1, when hiring new staff you must use the new Form I-9 released by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Given the number of revisions, take time to familiarize yourself with the new form now. Read this…
This celebratory and fun evening will bring together friends of PBPO to honor a decade of impact and to help generate support that will provide nonprofits with legal services and education.
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