Most employees are somewhat aware of their rights in the workplace. This is largely a great thing, as employers who are inclined to discriminate against their employees can be held accountable. However, the same wave that is rightfully empowering employees about their...
Business Law
Can a business have a dress code?
Employees may not want to follow a dress code that you set at your business. Some may even claim that it is a violation of their right to free speech. As an employer, you know that you want your staff to have a uniform look and you want everyone to seem professional....
What is the role of a non-disparagement agreement?
We live in an era where customers check out companies' reputations before doing business with them. A negative review may lead a customer to your competitor's doorstep instead of to you. Negative reviews don't just come from customers. Employees and former employees...
Does HIPAA Apply to Your Small Business?
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) causes a lot of confusion among business owners and consumers alike. While largely associated with the health care industry, HIPAA’s privacy rules can also affect virtually any business of any size. If...
Five Federal Acts That Every Employer Should Know
The idea of a lengthy, costly battle over workplace discrimination or harassment is enough to make every employer stay awake at night. Therefore, a beneficial approach is to proactively head these off at the pass. Being educated on federal laws that (in addition to...
Can Employers Fire a Worker Without Notice in Alaska?
Like many other states, Alaska is an "at-will" employment state. This means that either employee or employer can terminate the work agreement at any time. The responsibility of the employer is to make sure that the reason for the firing is not illegal. Alaska protects...
What do you need in your employee handbook?
The more people that you employ, the more crucial a well-written employee handbook becomes. When you are running a small operation, you can afford to be more flexible with the rules and tell people what they need to know face-to-face. Yet, once you start to grow, that...
Protecting your business through noncompete and nondisclosure agreements
For many, living in Alaska means living in a land of opportunity – the opportunity to strike out on their own and maybe even launch their own business. If you are an entrepreneur and plan to launch your business in the Last Frontier, one thing you need to consider is...