Employment Law For Employers

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...

As a California employer, it can be a challenge to keep up with the ever-changing state laws related to wages, contracts, discrimination, harassment and leaves. For example, one new law that took effect at the beginning of this year requires employers to give...

If you are an employer, you know that breaching federal or state employment laws could land you in legal trouble and lead to unhappy staff. So it’s crucial to keep up to date with any changes. Employees, too, need to stay informed to ensure their employer gives them...

Employers have a duty to employees to provide a workplace that’s free of hostility. One critical point for all employers to set in place is a policy to combat retaliation. In order to provide employees with a safe and suitable workplace, employers must ensure all...

Taking a break from work relieves stress, preventing burnout. Thus, it helps employees' mental health and well-being. Breaks also lead to improved productivity and job satisfaction. The law requires employers to give employees adequate breaks. Here is what you should...

Employers could use a nondisclosure agreement (NDA) to protect sensitive information, especially vital details for day-to-day operations. However, it is crucial to know when it is appropriate. Sometimes, unnecessary NDAs could put inappropriate pressure on employees,...

When was the last time you read your employee handbook? Are you confident that it effectively communicates your company's policies and procedures? If it's been a while since you last gave it a thorough look, now may be the perfect time to ensure it's up to date. An...