Employers often face diverse challenges that require unique expertise and skills to resolve, such as disciplining employees. It can be a sensitive topic, mainly if no established standards or policies exist. As an employer, maintaining balance and fairness are top...
Businesses that employ workers need to comply with the law very carefully. They generally also need to stay on good terms with current and former workers to mitigate the risk of employment litigation. Workers may file lawsuits against companies for a variety of...
When workplace conflicts arise, businesses need to find effective ways to address them. There are three common methods many people use to resolve employment disputes. Each of these approaches offers distinct advantages and considerations that help in finding the best...
Some companies have policies against coworkers dating. Others do not, giving people the freedom to do as they choose. There are no laws against dating, so why do some companies prohibit this activity between coworkers? The problem is that allowing coworkers to date...
The importance of using clear and understandable language in company handbooks cannot be stressed enough. When employees experience unfair treatment, they may turn to the company's policies for answers, only to be let down when they see that management isn't following...
The workforce of today is more litigious than ever in many ways. Employees are generally aware of their rights and not afraid to protect them in the face of perceived mistreatment. In at-will employment states like Texas, you can fire workers for any reason provided...
Ideally, employees at your business will never allege that they’ve been discriminated against, either by you as the owner or by other executives, managers or supervisors. You certainly want your business to be an inclusive place, and discrimination is not intentional....
As a business owner in today's competitive climate, having a non-compete agreement with your employees can be an essential part of protecting yourself and your business. These legally binding documents are designed to protect businesses from any potential competition...
Theft at the workplace is both illegal and immoral, but it is not uncommon. When an employee takes something that belongs to an employer or a co-worker without approval and uses it for personal benefits, they are deemed to have committed theft. Depending on the nature...
Anti-discrimination and anti-harassment training, as well as diversity and inclusion programs, have become common in many modern workplaces. Employers generally turn to these training programs as a means of limiting organizational liability for the potential...
