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Massachusetts Trial Court Holds Quarterly Bonuses May Be 'Wages' Under Wage Act

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A Massachusetts trial court held that noncontingent quarterly bonuses qualify as “wages” under the Massachusetts Wage Act, triggering treble damages and fees.

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