Publications

Peters & Kappenman is dedicated to keeping employers up to date on the laws that affect them. We encourage you to learn more and to contact us if you have questions about a particular legal development. 

How to Manage Parenting Leave in Minnesota

The news has been full of stories of hugely profitable high profile employers instituting generous new parenting leave policies. There is also conside… Read More
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DOL Issues New Interpretive Guidance Regarding Independent Contractor Misclassification

On July 15, 2015, the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued guidance on determining whether a worker is an independent c… Read More
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The High Court Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage Nationwide

On June 26, 2015, the United States Supreme Court published a historic landmark decision regarding same-sex marriage. In Obergefell v. Hodges, __ U.S.… Read More
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The U.S. Supreme Court Rules on Affordable Care Act

On June 25, 2015, the United States Supreme Court upheld a key part of the Affordable Care Act (ACA)—also known as ObamaCare. The Supreme Court held… Read More
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Employer Advisor

U.S. Department of Labor Admistrative Review Board Issues Ruling Clarifying Obligation to Reimburse Lodging Expenses By: Tom Revnew On April 29, 2015,… Read More
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Employer Advisor

Minnesota Legislative Update 2015: Responsible Contractor Law Amended to Include Motor Carriers By: Corie Tarara Minnesota’s 2015 legislative sessio… Read More
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An Exciting Time of Growth for Peters & Kappenman

Peters, Revnew, Kappenman & Anderson, P.A. is pleased to announce several exciting changes. Earlier this year, Greg Peters and Tom Revnew purchase… Read More
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Federal Overtime Regulations Could Change Significantly

Later this month, the United States Department of Labor (“DOL”) is expected to issue proposed revisions to the existing overtime regulatio… Read More
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Labor Unions Get Early Christmas Presents: E-Mail Access, Ambush Elections and a New Board Member

Last week, Christmas came early for labor unions with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) delivering some significant presents. First, the NLRB… Read More
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Affordable Care Act Checklist: Is Your Business Ready For 2015?

As 2014 comes to a close, employers should double check their compliance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Many new provisions impacting employers b… Read More
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