Labor and employment law is a broad area that governs all aspects of the employer/employee relationship from the time of the employee’s first interview to their last day of employment. Employment law also includes compensation and hours worked and defines employer-provided benefits, such as paid time off and health insurance. Additional
The importance of compliance with state regulations and keeping your business in good standing cannot be overstated. Business owners who ignore their responsibilities to comply with Texas state tax obligations could face serious consequences if they fail to file annual Texas Franchise Tax reports. The result of non-compliance means the
As most business owners already know, leadership is a concept that should be demonstrated throughout all levels of an organization. Leadership is influencing and inspiring a team to achieve a specific goal. Because a company’s culture is a pivotal component of its success, employers are wise to offer all employees a range
Local, state, and federal laws protect employee rights in the workplace, and employers are obligated to follow the various statutes that the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and other government agencies oversee. These laws were enacted to protect employees from discrimination, harassment, hostile work environments, and other unfair labor practices.
For employers to comply with the Department of Labor (DOL) and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) regulations, they must be careful to classify their workers as exempt or non-exempt correctly. The correct classification of workers is essential because non-exempt employees generally have more protections than exempt employees. To ensure
Remember that employees are the default status and that you must qualify in several ways to opt into contractor status. If someone suggests you use contractors instead of employees, have them explain that you pass every criterion of the test that permits you to categorize a worker as a contractor.
Businesses with fifty or more full-time employees must offer health insurance coverage to employees who work 30+ hours per week. While companies with fewer than fifty workers are not held the same standard, the reality in today’s economic environment is that many small and mid-sized businesses cannot afford the high
What is Unlimited Vacation Time? Labor shortages throughout the U.S. have employers scrambling to attract new talent. In addition to paying higher salaries, employers are also responding by offering more attractive work environments, better working conditions, and innovative benefits. A particularly appealing benefit to many job seekers is one
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) governs the use of service dogs in public places. But many people ask if the same ADA rules apply when a disabled person who is being assisted by a service animal seeks to gain access to a healthcare facility. 1 Service Animals are Allowed
When toxic behavior in the workplace creates a hostile atmosphere, targeted employees are often subjected to incidents of unwelcome conduct over prolonged periods of time. According to various work-related studies conducted by universities and corporations across the county, approximately 20% of all employees say they have experienced a hostile work
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