As a business owner, you may decide that you need to reduce wages. Maybe the income for the business is down, you don’t want to have to lay workers off and you realize that you just have to cut back on what you pay. You know that the employees are not going to be...
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Can you enforce a non-compete clause?
As a business owner, you know the importance of protecting your company's interests. Many businesses include a non-compete clause in their employment contracts to prohibit employees from working for a competitor after leaving the company. Are these clauses legal in...
How to prevent your Halloween office party from causing a lawsuit
As an employer, you likely work with a diverse bunch of people – in all senses of the word. Unfortunately, some may be less socially aware than others. Or maybe they are aware, but they just don’t care. While you might maintain a happy workplace free from...
What should you include in a non-disclosure agreement?
If you have trade secrets, you can use a non-disclosure agreement to keep them safe. By signing a non-disclosure agreement (NDA), anyone with access to valuable business information, such as employees, third-party contractors, or potential investors, is legally bound...
New York business owners’ responsibilities under the WARN Act
No business wants to lay off employees. However, it’s sometimes necessary. Often it involves the closing of a plant or moving of administrative offices to another city or state. A large layoff affects not just the employees whose names are on that dreaded list and...
How can you avoid employee misclassification?
Employer misclassification is a common occurrence in workplaces. Solving it is never easy either. Sometimes, employee misclassification can be unintentional because the organization does not fully understand how to legally classify its workforce. It can also be...
3 ways employers can prevent discrimination at work
Despite legislation and awareness campaigns, discrimination is, unfortunately, quite prevalent in most workplaces. Discrimination at work comes in a variety of ways, and workers from different demographic backgrounds may feel its unfortunate effects. Discrimination...
The right policies can protect you from employment litigation
If you're a business owner, you know that one of the best ways to protect yourself from litigation is by having policies and procedures in place. This article will discuss the importance of policies and procedures and how they can help you avoid costly employment...
Can an employer fire someone for no reason at all?
Employers can let employees go for a wide range of causes. Perhaps the person never lived up to your expectations. Maybe they turned out to be dishonest and untrustworthy or they slack off far too often. You thought they would fit in with the rest of your team but...
Implementing a fair disciplinary policy in your company
Your business has grown progressively over the last few years. You’re doing well, and this is largely a result of your work, but also the assistance of your employees. While the majority of your workers will meet expectations and carry out their job as expected, it’s...