Employment Law

When dealing with employees and promoting their productivity, business people should provide the best working environment. This includes ample consideration for employees with various special needs and circumstances.  Here are several reasonable accommodations every workplace should provide. 1. Diverse accessibility options Not…

As an employer or manager, you may not always get along with every employee. Sometimes, a simple disciplinary step may be misconstrued and you start getting claims of retaliation. When faced with retaliation claims, it’s important to approach the situation…

Suppose you’ve been running your company for many years. You can agree that your employee handbook has been the cornerstone of a healthy work environment. This is because it outlines company policies, employee rights and responsibilities and fosters a sense…

Few things are more crushing than getting the news that you’re being fired, especially if you’ve been doing your best to fulfill your deliverables. The initial shock can be overwhelming, leaving you scrambling to figure out your next steps. While…

As a small business owner, you are probably interested in protecting your company’s intellectual property, keeping it from the competition. You may want to consider copyrights, trademarks and patents, depending on what type of intellectual property you’re dealing with.  One…

In the workplace, the responsibility to foster a safe and respectful environment that is free of sexual harassment falls squarely on the shoulders of employers.  While many businesses have policies in place to address internal sexual harassment between co-workers or…

When you’re bringing new life into this world, it’s a special time – but your body is going to go through some changes that may make it harder for you to function, especially at work. You have the legal right to…

Some people are not the right fit for a business. Employers may struggle to directly fire an employee. This may be because an employer understands the hardships an employee may face if they are suddenly fired or because paying an…

Sexual harassment is a pervasive issue that can create a toxic work environment. It can erode morale, stifle productivity and leave lasting emotional scars. But despite its seriousness, misconceptions about workplace sexual harassment persist, leaving victims confused, feeling isolated and unsure of…

As an employer, you have a host of responsibilities. Not only do you have to ensure that the business is profitable, but you need to look after a team of staff.  It’s rare for everyone to be happy all of…