When your employee requests a reasonable accommodation for their disability, you might wonder where to draw the line between what's feasible and what creates an undue hardship for your business. Understanding this distinction helps you make fair decisions while...
Year: 2025
When can posting on social media have employment consequences?
Social media is a great way to keep up with friends and family. You can share glimpses of your life in photos and written posts. However, it is very important that you think twice about what you post if you think your employers also read your posts. Sharing certain...
3 ways employers can discourage workplace harassment
If you asked most employers, they would tell you they do all they can to prevent harassment in their workplace. The truth is that many are not doing all they can. While some are doing quite a bit, many should do more. Here are three things that all employers can do to...
How much is the 2025 minimum wage increase in California?
Both state and federal laws impose rules regarding the treatment of employees. One of the most important protections is the right to a minimum hourly wage. Workers paid on an hourly basis should receive wages that are high enough to afford them a basic standard of...
3 examples of workplace retaliation
Certain employment activities are protected by law. These include reporting discrimination, asserting legal rights such as minimum wage protections, and reporting workplace misconduct. When an employee faces adverse consequences for engaging in these activities, it...