In this episode of Labored Thoughts, host Ryan Courtney and guest James “Jef” Fagan delve into the complexities of the hiring process, focusing on the critical distinction between applicants and employees. They explore the legal ramifications a...

Welcome back to the Labored Thoughts podcast! We're excited to introduce the NECA Labor Relations Team. Join us to learn how this dynamic team collaborates to tackle challenges, create engaging content, and drive positive change in the industry...

Today I am joined by Kevin Tighe and Larry Bradley to discuss how the NEBF and NEAP consider per diems. Because no road trip is complete without a few detours, we find our way into discussing much more about the NEBF and NEAP than we planned fo...

In this episode, we are joined by James Fagan, NECA General Counsel and VP of Risk Management, as we attempt to wrap our heads around the complex issue of per diems, overtime, and the employees' regular rate of pay. Grab a pen and calculator. T...

This episode runs a little longer than most, but what can I say? Chuck and I got stuck in traffic a few times on our road trip. Listen to find out if we can actually be compensated for all that time sitting in the car! eCFR: