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Today, we live in a world of rapidly expanding technology that affects and improves all areas of life. This includes the modern workplace, which has more benefits than ever before. Unfortunately, however, many of the problems from days gone by still exist even in the...
As an extractor of natural gas in Pennsylvania’s Marcellus Shale region, no one need to tell you the importance of having an experienced employment law attorney on your side. Perhaps no area of employment is more fraught with the potential for lawsuits than the...
Your company could benefit from established procedures for managers to use when disciplining and firing employees. A carefully prepared method may shield you from a former worker's allegations of unlawful termination. An employee handbook outlines your expectations...
Misclassification of employees can lead to a lot of issues for you as a business owner. Classifying an employee as an independent contractor will result in fines and also potentially legal action against you. It is very costly to incorrectly identify workers as...
An employee handbook is a good way to avoid misunderstandings and to welcome new employees into your company. A well-written handbook will clear up details of working for you and outline general expectations within your work environment. The handbook also serves as a...
A U.S. District Judge set aside a recent rule set by the U.S. Labor Department that mandated wage increases for H-1B visa workers. The departments of Homeland Security and Labor released a companion rule that was meant to narrow the types of jobs that could qualify...
Interviews are a vital part of the hiring process for employers and candidates alike. You are getting to know each other, and impressions are important. This is also the part of the process where many liabilities emerge. You need to be careful to find candidates who...
One step in the process of establishing a business is deciding on its structure, such as sole proprietorship or an LLC. Perhaps you are thinking of switching entities. Either way, you may choose to go with a partnership for its benefits of sharing responsibilities and...
To create a successful business, you have done everything you can to maximize profits through operations, pricing and customer service. You take care of investors and hire the best people to improve your business. But have you prepared for one of the most common...
If you own and operate your own staffing agency, you face unique liability issues that differ broadly from those faced by many traditional businesses. In addition to having to comply with all laws and regulations pertaining to taxes, employee benefits and so on, you...