Starting a business comes with a huge amount of duties and obligations. Managing a workforce is one such responsibility. If you are getting ready to hire workers for your new business, know that there are a few costly mistakes new employers should avoid. Overextending...
Employment Law
Legal Considerations in the Hiring Process
You are probably aware of employment laws that could create liabilities if your company fails to comply with them. However, even before a person becomes an employee, certain antidiscrimination laws protect them during the application process. Most employers must...
Employers Tackling Bullying Can Mean Changing Workplace Culture
Bullying doesn't stop when kids leave the school playground. In fact, it happens in workplaces across the country, and it often falls on the employer to protect workers’ safety. To end workplace bullying, scrutinize your company culture and make changes where needed....
Wrongful Termination: Red Flags to Watch For
Termination is a possibility for every person in every occupation. In most work arrangements, parties can quit or be legally fired for any reason, or for no reason at all. That said, a firing can be wrongful if it violates a worker's legal rights. If you are at risk...
4 Mistakes That Can Lead to Wage and Hour Disputes
Determining how to pay workers is a complicated issue for employers. Most want to offer competitive wages without overextending themselves, but wage-related decisions can be far more complex than calculating a salary or hourly rate. Mistakes and oversights often...