Making the decision to let an employee go is rarely an easy one. Firing someone affects that person's life and leaves a space in the workforce that an employer must often fill. As such, employers typically do not fire people on a whim. Even if the need to terminate is...
Employment Law
Bill Proposed to Limit Employers’ Access to Employee Social Media
Adding new employees is risky business. It's expensive to train them, and there's no guarantee they'll work out. Sometimes new employees don't blend well with existing personalities or office culture. As such, employers typically want to know as much as possible about...
What Are My Obligations to Pay Overtime?
Paying employees properly is a primary responsibility for Minnesota employers. Not only does it reflect well on the company, it also prevents costly legal battles and protects workers' rights. That said, it is not necessary for employers to overobligate themselves by...
How Big of a Problem is Age Discrimination?
Under both federal and Minnesota state law, employers cannot discriminate against an individual in terms of employment because of that person's age. A person falls into the age-protected class as soon as they reach the ripe old age of 40. A recent opinion article in...
Classifying a Worker in Minnesota
Starting a business is an exciting--and stressful--endeavor. When you are just starting, you may be relying on yourself and only a couple of other people. As your business grows, you may need to take on more people to help keep the progress going. As that happens, it...