Mickey Chichester

Sep 19, 2024 | littler.com | Mickey Chichester |Sebastian Chilco

On September 18, 2024, at the request of the State of Michigan and its attorney general, the Michigan Supreme Court clarified issues relating to future minimum wage rates and minimum cash wage rates for tip-credit employees stemming from an earlier opinion. Specifically, the court had issued an opinion on July 31, 2024, in which it found unconstitutional legislative amendments that had significantly revised minimum wage, tip, and paid sick leave standards.

Aug 6, 2024 | littler.com | Stephanie Mills-Gallan |Mickey Chichester |Sebastian Chilco

The Michigan Supreme Court has ordered a “do-over” of sorts by reviving old laws regulating minimum wage, tip, and paid sick leave. Changes to the minimum wage and tip rules will go into effect on February 21, 2025, but a number of questions remain. February 21, 2025 will not mark a total sea change when it comes to requirements under the voided Paid Medical Leave Act (PMLA) and revived Earned Sick Time (ESTA).

Sep 5, 2023 | hcamag.com | Mickey Chichester |Ellie McPike

Effect on employee morale and retention are not the only consideration associated with workplace surveillance By Mickey Chichester and Ellie McPike For many workers, the “hybrid” work arrangement allows increased flexibility in managing the day and saves time on otherwise inescapable tasks, such as commuting.