No matter what steps you take to try and protect the business and your employees against discrimination and harassment, complaints still happen. When you’re faced with a complaint from an employee you’ll want to make sure that you’re doing everything properly as you...
Business Law
Misclassifying employees could spell trouble for your business
Classifying employees as independent contractors can save you a bit of money on taxes, payroll deductions and insurance costs. However, the risks of doing so far outweigh the benefits. Misclassifying employees is unlawful and can result in huge monetary fines and...
Be cautious when terminating workers
Managing a workforce is rarely an easy or straightforward task. This ordinarily complex undertaking often becomes more challenging when a worker needs to be fired, laid off or otherwise discharged. Even at-will employees cannot be terminated for any reason. There are...
3 things employers in Alaska should know about wages
Employees in Alaska have an expectation of receiving suitable wages. The state has set the minimum wage for workers at $10.34 as of Jan. 1, 2021 – with a few exceptions. One of the best things employers here can do is to determine exactly what they need to pay workers...
Can your business use a dress code?
You make the decision to implement a dress code at your company. You didn’t start this way, but the company has grown, and you think you need to improve your image. A dress code seems like a good way to do it, ensuring that the workers provide a uniform appearance for...
How can an employee handbook help protect your company?
Facing a lawsuit from an unhappy employee can cost you a lot of time and money. Not only that, but it can reduce staff morale and tarnish your reputation with customers and others in the business community. Therefore it is worth spending time and investing money in...
What makes a good business partner?
Starting your own business may have been a dream that’s soon to come true. The only way you’re able to get that dream is if you split your responsibilities with someone else. This was the best course of action when taking on so much. You can’t just pick anyone off...
Steps to take after a false discrimination accusation
When it comes to discrimination, it’s often a slippery slope. After one employee makes an accusation, others may jump on the bandwagon. It can make it harder to prove that the claims are unfounded. If your business is falsely accused of discrimination, do you know...
Protecting your business against workers’ compensation fraud
As an employer, you probably have a compensation plan that covers workers against workplace accidents. This also means that you have probably dealt with compensation fraud at some point in time. This can happen in several ways, from employees making fraudulent claims...
You Can Fire Employees in a Protected Class
Employers are often warned about firing employees who are in a protected class. Race is a protected class, for instance, so employers need to be careful not to discriminate against minority employees. Age is another class, so employers need to understand how their...