Although systemic racism in the workplace may not be as rampant as it was a few decades ago, it can still be a major issue. There are federal laws prohibiting companies from considering a worker's race when making employment decisions, and people are more aware of...
Working with a business partner enables each partner to strengthen the business by using their own knowledge and strengths. While the business can thrive when this happens, it can also suffer if the partners don’t see eye-to-eye on things. Partnership disputes can...
Choosing the wrong business partner can be a major mistake for your company. It can lead to some serious disputes in the future, it could have negative financial ramifications and it can delay all of your dreams for this new business. But how do you know if you’re...
You meet someone you like, discuss your ideas and decide to go into business together. So far, it has all been about the two of you. Yet keeping it that way is not wise. While there are things you might want to keep private between you, getting outside legal help is...
All workers have certain rights based on federal employment discrimination laws. There are other state and local laws in place as well. Understanding your rights as an employee will help you know when they have been infringed on. Keep reading to learn what your...
Employment contracts are an essential part of any business as they protect both the company and the employee by outlining the terms and conditions of employment. Companies invest a lot of time and resources into training their employees. They want to ensure that their...
Every employer has a responsibility to create and maintain a workplace that is devoid of all forms of harassment. Besides being a legal obligation, this also makes business sense. If you let workplace harassment take root in your organization, you could pay a high...
Operating a business comes with many risks. For example, starting a new business can put your finances and reputation at risk. Risk can pave the way for great rewards in the future, but it is essential to limit the legal hazards inherent to running a business. Doing...
When companies refer to their workers as liabilities, they don't just mean the obligation to provide a paycheck. Employees can also engage in misconduct on the job that results in damage to the company or even sexual harassment lawsuits from other workers. They can...
A business dispute can be frustrating to deal with, but fortunately, there are ways that you can avoid having one. While conflicts aren’t always avoidable, you should be able to avoid most disputes by taking precautions. Some of the things you should do include...
