Disputes with employees are an unavoidable part of being an employer. Although they are not the most pleasant of situations to be in, they can be handled professionally and maturely once you have done the adequate research and know the appropriate protocol. Consider...
Minimizing Risk. Resolving Disputes. Protecting Your Business.
Month: October 2017
Avoiding employer liability for workplace harassment
As an employer in the United States, you have a duty to prevent and address harassment that occurs in your place of business. Taking steps to do so is extremely important, and it can also help you down the line in the event an employee files a harassment claim against...
Are your noncompete agreements reasonable?
As an employer, it is well within your interests to make sure that any intellectual property, as well as loyal clients, are not "stolen" by any former employee after he or she leaves your company. Therefore, it is very important that you include some kind of...
Employers’ anti-discrimination responsibilities
As an employer, it can be a daunting prospect to know what is expected of you when it comes to putting anti-discrimination practices into place. Many employers can feel confused in regard to the standards that they must adhere to and the extent to which they must go...
Employment arbitration: What you need to know
When you become employed with a company, it is standard procedure to sign a whole host of documents and contracts, but often you are unsure of exactly what you are signing. It is important to always pay close attention to what you are signing because you might come to...