Employment Law For Employers

Many employees will give two weeks’ notice to their employer before they quit their job. In fact, some employees believe this is mandatory—as do some employers. But the reality is that this isn’t required at all. At-will employees are not bound by any laws that say...

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...

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...

Before you realize it, another year will soon be over. Along with a new calendar, California will be adopting new laws aimed at expanding employees' rights. Here are a few of the new changes every employer should be aware of. Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act...

No business owner, particularly owners of larger companies, can do everything on their own. A business relies on having multiple high-functioning departments. There are few departments more important than Human Resources (HR).  In a nutshell, HR deals with all...

Employee misclassification occurs when workers are misclassified as independent contractors rather than employees, which denies them several crucial rights and benefits. It is a significant issue that can lead to various legal and financial consequences, not to...

When an employee encounters discrimination in the workplace, it can be an emotional experience. They might have felt anxious and skeptical about reporting the situation, fearing their concerns would not be taken seriously. When they finally have the courage to voice...

Your small business only has a few employees, and you’ve always handled every major employment issue individually – and somewhat informally. Unfortunately, that can lead to erratic results and uneven application of rules – and that’s a recipe for a lawsuit. If you...

Protected activities refer to employee actions safeguarded by law to ensure they can exercise their legal rights at the workplace without fear of retaliation or discrimination. Employers are prohibited from taking adverse actions against employees for participating in...

Employers are responsible for providing reasonable accommodations for workers with disabilities. By taking proactive steps to meet accommodation obligations, businesses may strongly position themselves to not only comply with legal requirements such as the Americans...