Navigating a Department of Labor wage and hour audit can be a daunting experience for any employer — but it doesn’t have to be. Whether triggered by a complaint or selected at random, these audits aim to ensure fair labor practices and compliance with federal wage laws. Employers who understand the process, prepare proactively, and cooperate effectively can not only minimize disruption but also demonstrate a commitment to lawful and ethical workplace standards.
The strongest structures are those built on solid foundations. The same is true for people. The construction industry has given my life a purpose as it has for many. That’s why Construction Cares, Inc. was born: to care for every person who keeps our industry moving and remind every worker they are never alone. Our mission is to provide resources, education and community for construction workers who too often feel they must “tough it out” in silence.
Through four recessions, multiple stock market crashes, and the unprecedented COVID-19 shutdowns, I’ve heard the same predictions: Tourism will dry up, visitors will flee and the city will fade. Each time, Las Vegas not only survived but thrived, emerging stronger and more innovative.
In the past, Artificial Intelligence was a concept used only by tech giants and in sci-fi movies. Now, it has become a real and powerful tool used by businesses of all sizes across all industries.
If you’re shopping for a home right now, you’ve likely noticed more listings with price reductions. It’s a noticeable shift, and one that leaves many buyers wondering: Does a price reduction signal a red flag, or could it be a hidden opportunity?
If you’re running a business in today’s world, you’re using cloud-based tools. Whether it’s email, file storage, accounting or customer relationship management, the cloud is everywhere. And while it’s made our lives easier, it’s also introduced a new layer of risk that too many business owners are still underestimating.
Housing inventory plays a critical role in shaping home prices, yet many buyers and sellers underestimate how dynamic this relationship can be.
Associated Builders and Contractors of Nevada is addressing the construction industry’s leadership gap by preparing the next generation of leaders through its Leadership Institute.
On April 5, 2025, the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED) Economic Policy Uncertainty Index, which provides a daily uncertainty index based on news, forecasting, and tax codes for the United States, reported its highest score (992.75) in the past 12 months. In this context, uncertainty means a situation where the outcomes are increasingly hard to measure. Since that time, expectedly business leaders throughout Las Vegas have been eager to discuss what economic headwinds could be coming our way and how their businesses should respond.