Employment law involves every federal and state law and court ruling that regulates the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees in the employment relationship. It sets the legal boundaries around everything from hiring, pay requirements, employee classification, workplace safety, discrimination, termination and more. Below are the most popular employment law issues faced by business.
Claims of discrimination
Claims of harassment
Claims of retaliation
Employee vs. Independent contractor
Intellectual Property Rights
Overtime pay
Paid vs. Unpaid Leave
Unemployment compensation claims
Unpaid Wages
Businesses must take the steps to protect themselves and minimize the chances of any of these issues materializing. Therefore, a proactive approach is critical, including ensuring that the on-boarding process is comprehensive, that workers are verified and classified properly, that all workers sign contracts which protect the business, and that the business’ processes and procedures are updated regularly to comply with state and federal laws, and with the case law of the jurisdictions in which they operate.
Our employment and labor attorneys have extensive experience helping businesses proactively address all employment and labor issues. In addition, they have experience litigating these issues to enforce the business’ rights, and defending businesses against claims made by workers.
Effective Tools
Anti-Discrimination Policies
Anti-Harassment Policies
ADA Policies
Vacation, Sick Leave and Volunteer Leave Policies
Pay and Overtime Policies
Conflict Resolution Policies
Performance Improvement Plan Policies
Grooming and Dress Policies
Media Policies
Social Media Policies
Crisis and Disaster Relief Policies
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