February 26, 2014

EBSA News Release: Webcast will advise college seniors, young workers on saving for retirement [02/26/2014]

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Labor will host a webcast for college seniors and young workers on paying down student loans, determining a budget, managing credit and saving for retirement. "Take Charge of Your Financial Future" will be held from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. EST on Friday, Feb. 28.

February 25, 2014

US Department of Labor secures appointment of independent fiduciary for abandoned Brooklyn, NY, retirement plan

Date of Action: February 14, 2014

Type of Action: Judgment and Order

Name(s) of Defendant: People of Color in Crisis 403(B) Retirement Plan

February 25, 2014

OSHA News Release: US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Shippensburg foundry for repeat safety violations; OSHA fines total $163,240 [02/25/2014]

SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. — Domestic Casting Co. LLC has been cited by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for 26 alleged safety violations found at its Shippensburg foundry. The company faces $163,240 in proposed penalties for seven repeat, 16 serious, and three other-than-serious safety violations. OSHA initiated an inspection in August 2012 in response to a complaint.

February 25, 2014

OSHA News Release: US Labor Department's OSHA fines E.R. Wagner Manufacturing $106,000 for serious safety violations at Milwaukee metal stamping plant [02/25/2014]

MILWAUKEE — E.R. Wagner Manufacturing Co. has been cited by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for 14 safety violations, carrying proposed penalties of $106,000. OSHA initiated an inspection of the Milwaukee plant in August 2013 under the Site-Specific Targeting Program, which focuses on facilities with a higher than average illness and injury rate.

February 25, 2014

OSHA News Release: Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health Dr. David Michaels urges action to protect communication tower workers [02/25/2014]

WASHINGTON — More communication tower workers were killed in 2013 than in the previous two years combined, and four more tower-related deaths have already occurred in 2014. Every one of those deaths was preventable. This disturbing trend appears to be continuing, and actions must be taken to prevent more deaths. That is the message Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health Dr. David Michaels is delivering to the National Association of Tower Erectors. Excerpts of remarks from Dr.

February 24, 2014

OSHA News Release: Spa and fitness center agrees to correct hazardous conditions after worker fatality at Palisades Park, NJ, spa [02/24/2014]

PALISADES PARK, N.J. — Super King Sauna NJ LLC has agreed to correct all hazards found through a July 2013 investigation conducted by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a 68-year-old employee died while working in a Bulhanjeungmok, a Korean-style sauna known for extremely high temperatures. The fatality occurred at the company's Palisades Park spa and fitness facility. Employed at the facility for 10 years, the worker was responsible for setting up and maintaining the sauna.

February 24, 2014

OPA News Release: Statement by US Labor Secretary Thomas E. Perez on Rep. John Dingell's retirement [02/24/2014]

WASHINGTON — U.S. Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez today issued the following statement about Rep. John Dingell's retirement after 58 years in the U.S. House of Representatives:

"John Dingell is, plain and simple, a legend. His service to Michigan and the nation — in terms of both longevity and statesmanship — is unmatched, and his leadership will be sorely missed.

February 24, 2014

ETA News Release: Mass. workers affected by layoffs from two companies to receive $1.2M in re-employment assistance from US Labor Department [02/24/2014]

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Labor today announced a $1,222,904 National Emergency Grant to provide training and other services for approximately 175 workers affected by layoffs at Mersen USA, a manufacturer located in Newburyport, Mass., and Philips Lightolier, a lighting company located in Wilmington, Mass.

February 24, 2014

ETA News Release: Funding for re-employment services for workers affected by layoffs at Blount International in Ore. provided by US Labor Department [02/24/2014]

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Labor today announced a $275,517 National Emergency Grant to assist approximately 90 workers affected by layoffs at Blount International Inc., an outdoor equipment manufacturer located in Milwaukie and Portland, Ore.

"Today's grant will provide these former Blount International workers with re-employment services that are vital to ensuring that they re-enter the Oregon workforce as quickly as possible," said Acting Assistant Secretary of Labor for Employment and Training Eric M. Seleznow.

February 24, 2014

ETA News Release: Additional funding to assist Ill. with recovery efforts following severe storms provided by US Labor Department [02/24/2014]

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Labor today announced a $646,534 National Emergency Grant incremental award to assist with the continuing cleanup and recovery efforts in the wake of severe storms that affected 40 counties in Illinois between April 16 and May 5, 2013. These funds are being awarded to the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and will provide for the continuation of temporary employment for eligible individuals to assist with the cleanup of affected areas.

February 24, 2014

OPA News Release: Statement by US Labor Secretary Thomas E. Perez on Rep. John Dingell's retirement [02/24/2014]

WASHINGTON — U.S. Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez today issued the following statement about Rep. John Dingell's retirement after 58 years in the U.S. House of Representatives:

"John Dingell is, plain and simple, a legend. His service to Michigan and the nation — in terms of both longevity and statesmanship — is unmatched, and his leadership will be sorely missed.

February 24, 2014

ETA News Release: Mass. workers affected by layoffs from two companies to receive $1.2M in re-employment assistance from US Labor Department [02/24/2014]

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Labor today announced a $1,222,904 National Emergency Grant to provide training and other services for approximately 175 workers affected by layoffs at Mersen USA, a manufacturer located in Newburyport, Mass., and Philips Lightolier, a lighting company located in Wilmington, Mass.

February 24, 2014

ETA News Release: Funding for re-employment services for workers affected by layoffs at Blount International in Ore. provided by US Labor Department [02/24/2014]

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Labor today announced a $275,517 National Emergency Grant to assist approximately 90 workers affected by layoffs at Blount International Inc., an outdoor equipment manufacturer located in Milwaukie and Portland, Ore.

"Today's grant will provide these former Blount International workers with re-employment services that are vital to ensuring that they re-enter the Oregon workforce as quickly as possible," said Acting Assistant Secretary of Labor for Employment and Training Eric M. Seleznow.

February 24, 2014

ETA News Release: Additional funding to assist Ill. with recovery efforts following severe storms provided by US Labor Department [02/24/2014]

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Labor today announced a $646,534 National Emergency Grant incremental award to assist with the continuing cleanup and recovery efforts in the wake of severe storms that affected 40 counties in Illinois between April 16 and May 5, 2013. These funds are being awarded to the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and will provide for the continuation of temporary employment for eligible individuals to assist with the cleanup of affected areas.

February 20, 2014

US Department of Labor files suit to restore losses to employee benefit plan of The Anesthesia & Pain Center of Akron, Ohio

Date of Action: Feb. 19, 2014

Type of Action: Complaint

Names of Defendant: The Anesthesia & Pain Center of Akron Inc., The Anesthesia & Pain Center of Akron Inc. 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plan, Frank Kousaie

February 20, 2014

WHD News Release: More than $6.8 million in back wages, liquidated damages to be paid to current & former Chickie's & Pete's employees for serious wage violations [02/20/2014]

PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia sports bar and restaurant chain Chickie's & Pete's has signed a consent judgment agreeing to pay current and former employees more than $6.8 million in back wages and damages for improperly taking tips from servers and violating federal minimum wage, overtime and record-keeping requirements. Following one of the U.S.

February 20, 2014

WHD News Release: More than $6.8 million in back wages, liquidated damages to be paid to current & former Chickie's & Pete's employees for serious wage violations [02/20/2014]

PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia sports bar and restaurant chain Chickie's & Pete's has signed a consent judgment agreeing to pay current and former employees more than $6.8 million in back wages and damages for improperly taking tips from servers and violating federal minimum wage, overtime and record-keeping requirements. Following one of the U.S.

February 20, 2014

EBSA News Release: Obama administration announces final rule regarding Affordable Care Act 90-day waiting period limitation [02/20/2014]

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Departments of Labor, Treasury, and Health and Human Services have announced the publication of final regulations implementing a 90-day limit on waiting periods for health coverage.

"This is a common sense measure that helps workers access employer-sponsored health insurance while providing employers flexibility," said Assistant Secretary of Labor for Employee Benefits Security Phyllis C. Borzi.

February 19, 2014

OSHA News Release: Combustible dust, amputation and other hazards at lumber manufacturer in Homerville, Ga., cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA [02/19/2014]

HOMERVILLE, Ga. — Dupont Yard Inc., a forest products manufacturer, has been cited for 22 safety and health violations by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration. OSHA started its inspection following a complaint regarding hazardous working conditions at the company's manufacturing facility in Homerville. Proposed penalties total $279,400.