Lawyers Off the Clock with Rebecca Strauss and Sarah Willey

In this episode, Miller Johnson employment attorneys Rebecca Strauss and Sarah Willey break down a major change in federal tax law: tip and overtime wages are getting a tax break—but only for a limited time.

We're talking about how the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" changed federal taxes on tips and overtime wages for the 2025–2028 tax years.

If you're in HR, payroll, hospitality, or food service, this quick episode gives you exactly what you need to know.

Tune in as we explore:

• Who qualifies for the new tip deduction
• The difference between a deduction and an exemption
• How this affects payroll systems and year-end tax filings
• What changes apply to overtime wages

What happens when your company's executives become the stars of a viral kiss cam moment — and not in a good way? In this episode, Miller Johnson employment attorneys Rebecca Strauss and Sarah Willey break down the now infamous Astronomer CEO and Chief People Officer scandal, sparked at a Coldplay concert and amplified by the lead singer himself.

🔍 We cover:

• The facts behind the viral moment
• How the company responded in just three days
• How the company's quick action upheld culture and navigated public scrutiny
• Lessons every organization can take away about workplace relationships and crisis management
• Whether you're in HR, management, or simply fascinated by workplace drama and PR strategy, this episode delivers the insight (and humor) you won't find in the headlines.

In this episode, Miller Johnson employment attorney Rebecca Strauss sits down with immigration attorney Lee Ryder Koffend to discuss a growing concern for HR professionals and employers: workplace visits from ICE.

With immigration enforcement actions on the rise, this conversation offers practical, legally sound advice on how to respond — and how to prepare your team before agents ever walk through your door.

In this episode, Miller Johnson employment attorneys Rebecca Strauss and Sarah Willey break down a new class action lawsuit against Workday over its use of AI in hiring. Could algorithm-driven screening expose employers to discrimination claims?

Think travel time pay is simple? Think again. In this episode, Miller Johnson employment attorneys Rebecca Strauss and Sarah Willey break down the complex—and often misunderstood—rules around paying nonexempt employees for time spent traveling. From the ordinary commute to out-of-town overnight trips, we unpack what counts as paid work time under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

In this episode, employment attorneys Rebecca Strauss and Sarah Willey dive into a growing concern in the remote work era: full-time employees secretly holding down second jobs—on your dime. They break down the warning signs, legal implications, and practical steps employers can take to protect their time, money, and confidential information.

Whether you've spotted suspicious productivity patterns or are simply preparing for what could happen, this episode offers the clarity and insight HR professionals and employers need.

Miller Johnson employment attorneys Rebecca Strauss and Sarah Willey break down a step-by-step process for managing reductions in force (RIF) while minimizing legal risks. From defining the selection criteria to navigating communication strategies, this episode provides valuable insights for HR professionals facing tough decisions. Tune in for advice on handling organizational changes with care and compliance.

In the first episode of our two-part series, Miller Johnson employment attorneys Rebecca Strauss and Sarah Willey dive into ways organizations can reduce labor costs without cutting headcount. From adjusting compensation to optimizing work hours, this episode offers practical strategies to navigate economic uncertainties.

Join Miller Johnson employment attorneys Rebecca Strauss and Sarah Willey as they discuss the legality of recording conversations in the workplace. Learn whether employees can record conversations, legal considerations for prohibiting recording, and situations where agreeing to recording might be beneficial.

Miller Johnson employment attorneys Rebecca Strauss and Josh Leadford discuss labor law regulations' impact on non-union employers and rules to remember when dealing with employees.