Recent discussions in the media have highlighted the persistent pay gap between men and women in the United States. The so-called "gender pay gap" exists not only in industries in general but between men and women in particular roles. This means that as an average,...
Minimizing Risk. Resolving Disputes. Protecting Your Business.
Month: September 2018
3 tips to protect your business from wrongful termination suits
Firing someone can be a difficult process. While you know you are making the right decision for the wellbeing of your organization, you may fear some backlash. If your former employee files a wrongful termination lawsuit, you may face a lot of legal and financial...
What the FLSA says about employing young people
Young people in the workplace have certain laws in place in order to protect them, but they are also subject to lower minimum wage requirements because of their lack of experience and to increase their employability. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is in place to...
Hiring practices that help you avoid employment litigation
When you are going through the hiring process, it is likely that you are most concerned with the task at hand: to employ someone who adequately suits the role you are trying to fulfill. However, there are many other factors that come into play when going through the...
Avoiding litigation when creating compensation agreements
As an employer, one of the most important parts of your job is hiring the right people and making sure that they are successful at what they do. One of the key tools in helping you to do this is the employment contract. When drafted correctly, this can help you to be...