Hiring and firing employees are unavoidable features of running most businesses, and these endeavors are legally risky. Missteps in recruitment, termination or employee management can compromise an enterprise’s public perception and trigger lawsuits. Employers in...
Employment Law
Conducting Effective Internal Investigations into Worker Conduct
Internal investigations into worker conduct can help businesses address complaints, enforce company policies, and maintain workplace integrity. Whether a particular issue involves harassment, discrimination, misconduct, or policy violations, a properly conducted...
Do You Have to Tell an Employee Why You’re Firing Them?
Imagine you want to terminate an employee and either discontinue the position or replace them with someone else. You believe your decision is in the best interest of your business and the rest of your staff. But how in-depth does your conversation with the employee...
Can you require employees to give two weeks’ notice?
As an employer, it is certainly helpful when employees give two weeks' notice before they quit their jobs. This helps you plan for the future and find a replacement. In some cases, the outgoing employee may even be able to train their replacement before they leave....
What are “protected classes” of employees?
Most employers know not to discriminate against employees or prospective employees. Discrimination occurs when an employer treats someone adversely and differently than others based on their inclusion in a protected class. Employment discrimination is illegal under...