Blog Posts
Exempt Employees May Be Due for a Raise
May 21, 2024
On April 23, 2024, the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor published a final rule updating these exemptions by increasing the minimum salary requirements.
Beginning on July 1, 2024, the minimum annual salary to qualify for the EAP exemption will increase from $35,568 to $43,888; on January 1, 2025, it will increase to $58,656. For highly compensated employees, the minimum annual salary will increase on July 1, 2024 from $107,432 to $132,964; on January 1, 2025, it will increase to $151,164.
Well, That's a Surprise: Common Governance Pitfalls
May 13, 2024
I regularly advise community association executive boards (often called boards of directors) and property managers that the governing documents – the declaration, bylaws and rules - should be regularly reviewed to ensure that they conform to current law. Here are some little known facts that HOA Boards should know.
Be Careful Not To Discriminate When Requiring An Employee To Transfer To A New Department
Apr 23, 2024
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled last week that a job transfer could serve as the basis of a discrimination claim under Title VII, without a showing of “significant” harm. In Muldrow v. City of St. Louis, Missouri, the Court rejected a significant harm requirement to bring such a claim, indicating that the claimant need only show some injury in their employment.
Employment Law Team Named Best in Vermont
Apr 04, 2024
Vermont Business Magazine named Primmer as the Best Employment Law Team in Vermont for 2024 for the third year in a row
Corporate Transparency Act: Information for All Corporations, LLCs & Partnerships
Mar 20, 2024
The Corporate Transparency Act went into effect on January 1, 2024. Are you wondering how this affects you? Use this helpful guide to navigate the act--whether you are part of a corporation, LLC or a partnership.
Attorney McClure offers “Corporate Transparency Act” Seminar
Mar 19, 2024
On Friday, March 29, attorney Ryan McClure of Primmer Piper Eggleston & Cramer will offer a helpful seminar for small businesses entitled, “Corporate Transparency Act--What Small Business Should Know”.
Primmer Proud to Support 2024 Curling Classic
Mar 18, 2024
On March 16th, 2024, Primmer Piper Eggleston & Cramer participated in the Annual Curling Classic. The event, now in its 12th year, is a benefit for several Vermont non-profit organizations including The Howard Center, Dragonheart Vermont and the community initiatives of the South Burlington Rotary.
Primmer Ties for First Place in Breakthrough Manchester Quiz Gala
Mar 14, 2024
On March 12, six members of the Primmer Piper Eggleston & Cramer team competed in Breakthrough Manchester’s Annual Fundraiser and Quiz Gala, “Are You Smarter Than A Breakthrough Student?”
Planning for the Future in HOAs: Start with Knowing the Past
Feb 02, 2024
The new year is a great time to plan for the future. There are many useful articles and resources discussing planning for an HOA community’s physical and financial future needs, and it’s great to see that reserve studies and professional property inspections are now common.
Top 10 Reasons Employers Need an Employee Handbook
Jan 05, 2024
Top 10 Reasons Employers Need an Employee Handbook. Make it Your New Year’s Resolution to Adopt an Employee Handbook or Update Your Existing Handbook for Workplace Success