How to Conduct an Internal Wage Hour Audit in New York

In this comprehensive session, John Ho, Co-Chair, OSHA-Workplace Safety Practice at Cozen O'Connor, will guide you through the intricacies of conducting internal wage and hour audits. Delve into the crucial aspects of why, who, when, what, and how to conduct these audits, understanding their significance in navigating Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) compliance, and mitigating potential legal risks.


Learning Objectives:

1. Analyze the importance of conducting internal wage and hour audits in mitigating legal risks and ensuring compliance with FLSA regulations

2. Identify key stakeholders involved in the audit process and understand the benefits of legal counsel participation

3. Break down optimal timing for conducting wage and hour audits and factors influencing audit frequency

4. Assess the critical issues to audit, including exemptions, misclassification of independent contractors, regular rate calculations, and compensable time considerations