Employment Law Blog

March 11, 2026 / Employment Law

Can Employers Round Time Punches for Meal Breaks?

Arizona and federal wage laws govern how employers record work hours and compensate employees. Some employers have a policy of rounding time punches, particularly when recording meal breaks. However, if a rounding practice consistently results in employees losing pay, it may violate wage-and-hour laws such as the Fair Labor Standards Act. What Is Time Rounding? […]

March 3, 2026 / Employment Law

Are Caregivers and Home Care Workers Entitled To Overtime in Arizona?

Caregivers and home care workers are known for working long hours, including overnight shifts. Many of us take it for granted that these workers log more than 40 hours a week. But are they entitled to overtime? The answer depends on federal law, Arizona state law, and how the worker is classified. The Fair Labor […]

February 20, 2026 / Employment Law

Is Arizona an At-Will State?

Losing a job is a stressful and emotional event. Many terminated workers wonder whether their employer had the legal right to fire them. Arizona is an “at-will” employment state. Employers have broad authority to end employment relationships. What It Means To Be an “At-Will” State In an at-will state, an employer can terminate an employee […]

February 19, 2026 / Employment Law

Is My Employer Required to Pay “Prevailing Wages” in Phoenix?

If you work in certain industries in Phoenix, such as construction, you might have heard the term “prevailing wage.” This term refers to a minimum wage rate set for specific types of work on public projects. However, not every worker is covered by these rules. Whether your employer must pay you a prevailing wage depends […]

January 23, 2026 / Employment Law

How Do Employers Keep Track of Employee Time Under Arizona Law?

Tracking employee work hours is a major duty of employers. Accurate timekeeping directly affects wages, overtime pay, and compliance with labor laws. It also prevents wage disputes involving state and federal agencies or the court system. Importantly, Arizona does not have a unique state-specific timekeeping statute; employers must comply with the federal Fair Labor Standards […]