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The late-night Slack message. The quick call to an employee about a project after getting the kids to bed. The email fired off from the couch at 10 p.m. The quick fix handled over the weekend. For many employees, the … Read More

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

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