Every worker should feel safe and respected at the workplace. If this does not happen and your rights are violated, you can file a complaint against the responsible party with your employer or a higher authority. When you file a formal complaint against your superiors...
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Have you been accused of discrimination for promoting the right person?
When it came time to promote someone to a leadership position, you already had an idea of who you wanted to choose. You did go through with interviews just to make sure you weren't missing something, but that person stood out in the interviews just as much as they did...
The fundamentals of a partnership agreement
Perhaps you have gone alone so far in your business and sudden expansion requires you to bring on more bodies to help out? Maybe you’ve always dreamed of going into business with a former co-worker? In either case, you might be thinking about a business partnership....
Which structure is right for your business?
Running a business can be rewarding both in terms of finances and your personal goals. However, it is no easy task. There are various moving parts to consider to ensure that your company remains profitable at all times. One of the more important decisions you will...
How do businesses avoid claims of wrongful termination?
Not every worker is a good fit for your company. You may not realize until after you hire someone that their personality or skill-set isn't really a match for what your company needs. It's also possible that someone who has worked for your company for years can...
Could your competition work together to undercut your prices?
Knowing your competition is a big part of being successful in modern business. Understanding what competitors have to offer and what they charge for similar products or services can help you better market your own brand and establish your niche in the industry....
As an employer, there are limits to reasonable accommodation
A reasonable accommodation is a change made in the workplace to enable employees to discharge their duties despite having a disability. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodation is in line with the law, prohibiting any discrimination at the...
4 things to consider in a partnership dispute
When you enter into a business partnership, there is always the risk it will fail. Any relationship between people can get complicated, especially if there is money at stake. While you can walk away from a friend you fall out with, you cannot walk away from a business...
What is or is not sexual harassment?
Sexual harassment is a serious problem in some workplaces, but what one person believes is harassment may not actually be. It is important that employers understand what is or is not sexual harassment so that they can take action to avoid claims. It’s your job as an...
How can you protect your business trade secrets in California?
Not every business practice or information can be referred to as a trade secret. It has to derive financial value from being a secret, and the business has to take reasonable steps to protect such information. Trade secrets can include: Ideas that give your business a...