Employers must have a comprehensive policy that forbids sexual harassment in the workplace. This dictates what’s acceptable and what’s not. It should also include the procedure for making complaints and handling investigations. Ideally, every company will have at...
Month: January 2023
How to spot a disadvantageous severance agreement
While job loss is a catastrophic reality for many people, some are fortunate enough to receive a severance package. Unfortunately, severance agreements are not always the benefit you would expect. It is important to note that the District of Columbia labor laws do not...
How to avoid wage and hour claims
Wage and hour claims can cost an employer thousands of dollars in penalties and their reputation. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes the minimum wage, overtime pay eligibility and other compensation rights for workers in the country. All employers are...
You do not have to put up with sexual harassment at the office
It can be quite challenging to deal with feeling uncomfortable or even unsafe at work as a result of another employee's actions. You can find yourself in a situation where you no longer want to go to work. You don't have to put up with someone acting inappropriately...