As the CEO of a company that is in a slump, you know that your only option may be to lay off a percentage of the staff. Maybe the business was growing consistently, so you kept expanding the workforce. But due to a recent decline, you need to drop about five or 10% of...
Many businesses require employees to follow dress codes. Dress codes are often used to set a certain standard and identity for businesses – and can even be part of their brand. However, an employee could claim that their rights are violated because a dress code policy...
In California, the topic of employees discussing their wages in the workplace is governed by specific legal protections. Both employers and employees need to understand the legal framework surrounding this issue. California law supports wage transparency and...
As a business owner, you may be wondering when you can fire employees. Clearly, you can do so if they are unable to adequately perform the duties of their job or if they’re in violation of the work agreement – such as skipping shifts, clocking in at the wrong times,...
For a business to operate efficiently and grow, each party should have the best interest. This is a fiduciary duty, and it involves two parties, a fiduciary and a principal. A fiduciary acts in the best interest of a principal/ the beneficiary of the act. For example,...
Employment is shifting as the years go by. The work culture is experiencing numerous changes. For instance, many people are now working for passion, not just money. In addition, employers allow employees to choose their work locations and schedule. This new culture...
Most employers are aware that California imposes a duty on them to provide a safe workplace for their employees. In keeping with that philosophy, the Legislature recently enacted a new law dealing with workplace safety during natural disasters or other emergency...
We often associate morality clauses or “morals clauses” with public figures. An actor hired to star in a movie or an athlete signed to represent a line of sneakers likely has a morals clause in their contract stating that it can be terminated if they do or say...
Maybe you remember being handed a weighty tome and told to read it at your first job. Now that you are setting up your own company, you may feel that employee handbooks belong in the past. Paper versions might, but you certainly need to give your employees something,...
As a business owner, you don't want there to be conflicts between your employees. You know that employees may feel frustrated if they learn that other workers are earning more than they are. As a result, you decide to ask them not to discuss their wages with each...
