What Employers Should Know About Mandating Flu Shots
Tuesday September, 27 in Legal by Veselina Dzhingarova
So many companies out there now consider making employees get flu vaccines whenever the season comes. The problem is that implementing the requirement means that the company has to take into account various different things.
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Can I Sue Over a Negative Review Online?
Tuesday October, 21 in Legal by Austin Tighe
When it comes to online reviews, most business owners have had to deal with a negative review. So how do you deal with these negative reviews, especially when it starts affecting your business?
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Can You Ask Employees to Answer Emails After Hours?
Wednesday September, 17 in Legal by Greg Coleman
With smartphones allowing access to work emails 24/7, the inability to escape work is adding unnecessary stress to workers. But can employers expect or ask their workers to read emails once the working day is over?
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Hot Stuff: Workplace Temperatures and Employee Rights
Monday August, 25 in Legal by Glenn Phillips
When it comes to the temperature in the workplace, it's hard to please everyone. But do workers have any legal rights when it comes to workplace temperatures?
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You Can’t Wear That! Dress Codes, the Workplace, and the Law
Friday July, 18 in Legal by Glenn Phillips
The clothes you wear to work depend a lot on the job you have. Whether you’re required to wear a uniform or simply stick to company guidelines on dress and personal grooming, most businesses have a preferred style.
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Tips for Hiring Unpaid Interns
Monday June 09 in Legal by Shanon CarsonMore lawsuits than ever are being filed against businesses that fail to comply with the law regarding unpaid interns. As a result, if your company hires unpaid interns, you need to ensure it's doing so legally. Read More
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How to Carry Out Legal Background Checks Before and After Hiring
Wednesday June 04 in Legal by Shanon CarsonWhen hiring new employees, businesses may want to learn more about an applicant's work history, education or criminal record. While this is legal, if you don't follow some of these guidelines you could end up in hot water. Read More
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Employee Records, Your Business, and the Law
Monday March 31 in Legal by Glenn PhillipsWhen you own and operate your own business you need to keep many legal records. Here's why maintaining employee records is important and the strict legal requirements that must be met. Read More
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How to Protect Your Business From Data Breaches
Tuesday March 04 in Legal by Greg ColemanIn the wake of news that cyber thieves stole credit and debit card data from over 100 million Target shoppers, businesses owners across the country are wondering what they can do to prevent a data breach. Read More
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4 Law Technology Trends to Watch for in 2014
Wednesday February 19 in Legal by Dustin ChristensenLaw firms can take advantage of technology to offer their clients, including small business owners, more efficient legal services in the year ahead. Read More
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The Right To Refuse Service? Businesses and Discrimination
Tuesday February 04 in Legal by Louis MarlinWe’ve all seen signs posted in restaurants and shops announcing that management “reserves the right to refuse service.” How can businesses refuse service? Who can they refuse it to? Who can’t they refuse to serve? Read More
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Do You Have to Pay Employees for Holidays?
Friday December 20 in Legal by Glenn PhillipsThe holiday season is here and many employees are looking forward to time off work. As a company, though, do you know what the legal requirements are for paying employees when they’re not at work? Read More
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Wellness Programs and Overstepping Your Boundaries in the Workplace
Monday December 02 in Legal by Jeffrey PhillipsWellness programs are becoming more common as companies strive to reduce healthcare costs. However, companies should be cautious of taking action that could upset their employees or put them at a disadvantage in the workplace Read More
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Changes to Tax Laws Hit U.S. Citizens Living Abroad
Friday November, 29 in Legal by Louis MarlinA new law designed to prevent illegal tax evasion, called The Foreign Tax Compliance Act (FATCA), may have a detrimental impact on U.S. citizens who are living perfectly legally in foreign countries.
Why the U.S. Needs Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
Tuesday November, 26 in Legal by Glenn PhillipsLagging a bit behind the rest of the world, the U.S. currently has no laws requiring paid maternity and paternity leave. Would the U.S. benefit from paid maternity and paternity leave?
Can Businesses Enact Anti-Nepotism Rules?
Friday November, 08 in Legal by Glenn PhillipsMany companies choose to enact anti-nepotism policies to ensure that fairness and cooperation remains the focus of their business. Here's some points your business should keep in mind when developing it's nepotism policies.
Non-Compete Agreements – Are They Any Use?
Wednesday November, 06 in Legal by Jeffrey PhillipsWith the right to earn a living without restrictions being so well protected, businesses should first examine their intention and purpose when having employees sign non-compete agreements.
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