Trust is a critical element of a prosperous employer-employee relationship. But what happens when that trust is broken? When an employee fails to uphold their end of the bargain, it can have severe consequences for the entire organization. Breaches of contract can...
For employers in Alaska, there are endless concerns about relations with employees and ensuring everyone is treated fairly while maintaining a basic workplace protocol. Part of having rules for employees is to ensure everyone is prepared to work, can do their jobs and...
A workplace discrimination claim can threaten your business or agency on many levels. If successful, the claim’s judgment can be costly to pay out, and it can damage the goodwill you’ve built with your employees and your consumers. That’s why it’s imperative that you...
Non-compete agreements have long been a controversial topic. Historically, Alaska courts upheld the enforceability of reasonable non-competition agreements, but our courts stressed the need for careful scrutiny due to concerns over unequal bargaining power. The...
Alaska businesses need to pay careful attention to two new rules that different federal agencies issued last month. These rules have the force of law, meaning employers that fall under the umbrella of these federal regulations will have to follow these rules once they...
Labor and employment law can be a tricky area for employers. First, they have so many different laws to comply with – FMLA, ADA and wage and hour laws, for example, just to name a few. And then there are conceptual legal constructs that employers must be familiar...
No matter the size of the business, the employees are pivotal to the day-to-day operations. The success of a business is reliant on the employees carrying out their duties; thus, if an employee is not afforded their rights or treated properly, this could greatly...
Alaska employers large and small, have many federal, state and local laws that they must make sure they comply with. Compliance with these laws, or lack thereof, can have a material impact on an organization’s day-to-day productivity. For example, one major federal...
For employers and employees alike, issues regarding overtime are common. One question that often comes up involves whether an employee is entitled to overtime pay. The answer is not always straightforward. Mandatory overtime pay In Alaska, overtime pay is mandatory...
In most companies, working in a supervisor or manager position carries a large amount of responsibility. As a business owner, it is important to address several topics in your training program that will help your leaders succeed. Training program content Communication...