Employment law helps protect employees from wrongful termination situations. Whenever you want to terminate an employee, you should always ensure you have solid grounds for doing so. A common reason for termination is attendance issues. There are a few guidelines to...
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How can you ethically dissolve a business partnership?
Business partnerships can add value to your organization and give you access to critical skills that you might not have. However, disputes could disrupt a relationship and leave you scrambling for a solution. If you feel that dissolving the partnership is the most...
How to handle contract disputes
Disputes regarding contracts are common. Some are minor disagreements, while others can be more serious. When the disputing parties are not able to resolve the issue on their own, there are various methods they can choose to fix the problem. Of these, litigation is...
What is workplace bullying?
The best workplaces are those that are inclusive and invested in making workers feel as comfortable as possible. However, many workplaces experience issues with bullying, which can cause a wide range of negative effects. If you believe that bullying is an issue at...
What is break time compensation in California?
A report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows there were more than 18,500,000 workers employed in California at the end of 2022. To help protect this large number of workers, California has robust worker protection laws, including specific regulations regarding...
What California employers need to know about at-will employment
Navigating the world of employment law can be complex for California employers. One concept that often causes confusion is "at-will" employment. This term refers to a legal doctrine that allows an employer or an employee to terminate the employment relationship at any...
Understanding age discrimination in the California workplace
Age discrimination in the workplace is a critical issue that affects many employees, particularly those over the age of 40. It occurs when an employee receives unfair treatment based on their age rather than their skills, abilities or qualifications. In California, it...
What to include in your business’s employment contracts
Employment contracts play a crucial role in the relationship between employer and employee. They establish expectations and responsibilities for both parties and can help prevent misunderstandings and disputes. Find out more about the information that businesses...
Should you believe your employer’s reason for your termination?
In the U.S., job applicants and employees have a right to be free from discrimination and harassment by employers. Indeed, according to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, employers cannot treat you differently because of your race, religion, ethnicity,...
Creating a corporate culture that discourages discrimination
Discrimination occurs when companies treat protected classes of individuals differently within the organization. Employment discrimination can occur after an individual begins working for the company as an employee, or during the hiring process. With the increase in...