Employment Law
Protect yourself and your employees by ensuring your business practices are in compliance with the law. Our Employment Law articles can help.
What Does the Health Care Ruling Mean for Small Business?
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act has been one of the most hotly contested election season issues. But the Supreme Court's recent ruling…
Paternity Leave: Options for Dads-To-Be
Are you a working dad looking to take paternity leave? Did you know that dads can look to three main areas for help: federal law, state law, and his…
Employment Law 101: Accounting for Vacation Pay
If you want to offer paid time off, institute a clear and consistent policy about how time is accrued and how much notice employees need to give…
Employee vs. Independent Contractor: What Employers Need to Know
There's more than one test to determine if an independent contractor is actually an employee, and getting it wrong can cost you more than back pay—it…
Employee vs. Independent Contractor: Differences You Need to Know
What does it mean to be an independent contractor and how is that status different from being a full employee?
Is an Employer Liable for Employee Injuries at a Company Retreat?
Employers and employees should be aware that an employer may be deemed liable if an employee injures themselves at a company-sponsored function and…
Watch Your Language: Can Business Owners Make an English-only Policy?
What happened when a Medical Clinic in Arizona tried to institute an "English-only" policy?
What does Frolic and Detour Legally Mean?
Hint: It has something to do with who is responsible for injuries sustained on the job.
Can This Get Me Fired? Employee Dos & Don'ts
Even if you don't think you're breaking any rules, it's wise to be familiar with basic employment law concepts so you know what constitutes employee…
The Office Christmas Party and Legal Liability
It is traditional for business owners to invite employees to share a little holiday cheer each December, but these opportunities to let loose can…