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...
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What should be in your employee handbook?
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...
Relief for employers in court’s H-1B ruling
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...
3 tips for ethical interviewing
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...
How to prevent your business partnership from failing
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...
3 easy ways to prevent employment discrimination
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...
Legal issues common among staffing agencies
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...
Key factors to consider regarding employee classifications
Employers are expected to treat their employees with fairness, respect and dignity. One of the regulations in place to ensure this is the Fair Labor Standards Act. This act, along with other laws, helps to regulate the relationship between an employer and employee....
FLSA violations in the gas drilling industry
The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 protects employees by establishing minimum wage, overtime pay and other regulations to ensure fair employment. Businesses do well abiding by these laws to prevent expensive litigation from mistreated workers. Not all lawsuits stem...
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...