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Do not guess a liquidated-damages multiple. ## Effective dates No January 1, 2027 penalty change was confirmed, because the official penalty page was not opened. ## What this means for BOSS partners and associates BOSS is often the employer of record for the associate. Wage, break, leave, posting, and tax rules usually follow the state where the associate works. Tell BOSS that state before the assignment starts. Associates should record every hour worked on the timesheet. Do not promise a pay practice, a leave bank, or a posting the statute does not require. Questions? Contact BOSS Support at support@backofficenow.com. ## Sources - [New Jersey Department of Labor](https://www.nj.gov/labor/) This article is general information, not legal advice. 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