When an employee leaves, the clock starts ticking on final pay. Many employers are surprised to learn that missing a deadline or making an improper deduction can trigger penalties far exceeding the original wage amount. Here is what you need … Read More
Background checks feel routine. They’re not. This is one of the most heavily regulated steps in your entire hiring process — and most employers don’t realize it until they’re staring down a lawsuit. Between the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), … Read More
One of the most common and costly mistakes employers make is misclassifying employees as independent contractors. The legal standards are widely misunderstood, and the consequences can be severe: exposure under state and federal employment laws, including unemployment insurance liability. Four common misconceptions … Read More
When employers determine that a reduction in force is necessary, the focus is often on the underlying business justification. Employers may assume that if a layoff is driven by legitimate business reasons, the decision is defensible. But the selection criteria … Read More
OSHA doesn’t give advance notice. Inspections, complaints, or workplace incidents can trigger enforcement at any time, so reacting after the fact isn’t a strategy. Know Your Obligations – All of Them The General Duty Clause requires a workplace free from recognized serious hazards, even where no specific standard applies … Read More