Photo cred: Tyler Hendy Harassment in the employment setting interferes with the victim's ability to perform his/her/their job duties, disrupts the workplace environment, and puts employers in the difficult position of having to investigate claims, interview...
Employment Law
4 things employers should consider when laying off employees
Photo Cred: Isak Dalsfelt Eliminating jobs is not something employers enjoy doing. Unfortunately, it can become necessary when a company is shifting priorities, changing its structure, or dealing with serious financial limitations. If you are in a position where you...
Was my termination wrongful?
Being fired can be an incredibly upsetting experience. Suddenly you can find yourself struggling to support your family and without critical benefits. Considering how devastating termination decisions can be, it is crucial that they comply with the law. Those...
Are you discriminating against older job candidates?
Minnesota employers should know that discriminating against workers can get them into trouble. State and federal laws prohibit discrimination against employees and potential employees based on gender, race, religion, disability, nationality, and other protected...
Which employers have to provide FMLA benefits for employees?
If you run a business in the Twin Cities or work in human resources, chances are you know what the Family and Medical Leave Act is. This federal act allows certain employees to take unpaid leave for up to 12 weeks while continuing to receive health benefits. It also...