Employment Law For Employers

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...

As a general starting point, California is an at-will employment state. This means you can terminate an employee at any time and for any reason (or without a reason) during the employment period. However, you cannot terminate an employee on discriminatory grounds. If...

Most employers are happy to make accommodations for their workers, as long as those accommodations don’t affect the efficiency or well-being of the business. An employee who needs to leave early once a week to attend medical appointments may be permitted to make up...

As a successful business owner, you have a team of staff behind you. While you take on your load of work, it would be impossible for you to do absolutely everything. Thus, you have a Human Resources (HR) department to help with certain aspects of the company.  But...

California has very strict labor laws for companies to follow. These are all geared toward ensuring employees have a safe work environment. These laws change often, and there are several new ones that went into effect in January of 2023. Understanding these laws can...

Job seekers endeavor to put their best foot forward when applying for a job. For this reason, it is not uncommon for candidates to embellish their accomplishments or make untrue claims about their qualifications and previous work experience. However, it is one thing...

Employers sometimes have to do the difficult task of writing up an employee. They often exercise various other options, including warnings, before they ever get to formal write-ups. Many people don’t realize that the entire chain of employee interactions regarding...

Being a manager allows you to demonstrate your leadership skills in the workplace. You might even regard some of your employees as friends. However, there are some unpleasant aspects you can’t avoid when managing others – such as when it’s time to fire someone. When...