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...
Many employers now rely on personality tests when making a new hire; however, there are questions about whether they discriminate against individuals with disabilities. It is believed that using automation will screen out individuals for certain traits or...
In your day-to-day business operations, there are many situations when you can benefit from sharing sensitive information with your employees to gain an advantage in your industry. Depending on your industry, this can be a manufacturing technique, customer database or...
Business owners in the modern world carry more liability than ever in their day-to-day operations. You never know when a disgruntled customer, employee (former or current) or associate will pursue litigation over even the tiniest perceived slight. Anticipating (and...
