The Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division issued four opinion letters interpreting the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) on Jan. 5, 2026.

Business owners must create compensation plans that foster highly motivated employees who are deeply invested in the company’s goals and success. There are numerous ways to boost employee happiness ...

For organizations seeking to improve employee well-being, offering time-based rewards — such as paid vacation — could play a powerful role. Receiving paid vacation time significantly increased workers ...