Employment Law For Employers

Employers have a duty to ensure employees have a safe workplace, but that’s not limited only to physical safety. Those employees also have the right to not have to deal with things like harassment or discrimination. They also have the right to be able to participate...

Employers in California are often held to higher standards than organizations in other states. California state requirements are stricter than federal statutes in many areas of employment law. In addition to unique wage regulations, there are also expanded rules...

Workplace romances are fairly common in the United States. In one study, roughly one out of every three employees said that they were currently in a relationship or had previously dated a coworker. In some cases, this is even how people meet their future spouse....

One of the potential issues an employer can face when implementing disciplinary action is a discrimination claim. An employee may believe they have been treated unfavorably when facing punishment. Thus, it’s crucial for employers to take the appropriate steps when...

Employment disputes in California often depend on written records. Even when you have valid reasons for your actions, weak documentation can undermine your case. Agencies like the California Civil Rights Department and the courts focus on what employers put in...

Employees can damage a company's competitive advantages or finances even after they leave their positions. They can unfairly compete against a former employer or release information that the public otherwise wouldn’t know. Employment contracts help mitigate some of...

Employers are required to ensure that they comply with all applicable state and federal laws. These cover nearly every aspect of the business, including matters related to the employees.  One of the laws that applies to every company is one that forbids employers,...

As the owner of a small business, you decide that it is time to let one of your employees go. You call them into your office and tell them that it is just not working out, so you are going to fire them and Friday will be their last day at work. The employee is not...

When conducting interviews, employers are looking to learn more about applicants and see if they’d be a good fit. But it’s important for them to carefully consider the specific questions that they ask. Even things that may seem innocuous from the outside could...

It is fully legal for an employer to use a dress code. You may want to do this for a variety of reasons. It helps present a uniform front to customers, it promotes professionalism in the workplace and it simply gives your business the branded aesthetic appearance that...