Supreme Court Tariff Ruling Opens Refund Claims for Importers
Although the tariffs have been declared unlawful, refunds are not automatic.
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Although the tariffs have been declared unlawful, refunds are not automatic.
The Seventh Circuit’s decision in Walters v. Professional Labor Group is a critical reminder of the protections afforded to employees under the FLSA.
The case also underscores the principle that an employer’s actual practices, rather than its written policies, are critical in determining FLSA compliance.
This decision will require employers—particularly those in the oil and gas industry—to re-examine their payment practices.