No one likes losing their job, so it is not surprising that employees are often “disgruntled” when their employer lets them go. While Virginia generally allows employers to fire their workers at will, different rules may apply to employees who hold a contract. As an...
Flat pay often attracts employers who want cost certainty and simpler payroll planning. A day rate or job rate can also seem aligned with project-based work or field operations. However, Virginia wage rules often track federal standards that examine substance over...
As an employer, you may believe that a dress code would enhance the workplace. Maybe you just want it to feel more professional or you want a greater sense of consistency among the staff. Maybe you want a very specific dress code, such as a company uniform, because it...
Employers in the United States are expected to abide by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This covers a variety of situations involving employees, one of which involves new mothers who are breastfeeding and returning to work. The FLSA requires many employers to...
The services of employees are crucial for companies’ success. However, every new employee added to the staff roster is potentially a source of liability. Companies have vicarious liability in scenarios where workers make negligent mistakes. Organizations are also...
It is helpful for you if your employees talk to you in advance if they are going to leave their position. As an employer, you are going to need to replace them, in most cases, so you have to start creating job postings and conducting interviews. For this reason, you...
Termination of an employee should be handled with care and in compliance with the law. However, employers sometimes find themselves facing legal challenges when they terminate employees in bad faith. Understanding the situations where employees may sue for bad-faith...
Losing your job can be stressful, especially when you believe your employer had no justification for letting you go. While most states are at-will employment states, there are some unlawful reasons to fire workers, otherwise known as wrongful terminations. Wrongful...
Workplace retaliation happens when an employer punishes an employee for asserting their legal rights. This type of behavior can make workplaces hostile and discourage employees from speaking up about unfair treatment. Both federal and state laws protect employees from...
As workplace technology grows, after-hours communication between employers and employees has become common. Many employers now consider implementing "right to disconnect" policies to support work-life balance. Employers must weigh several legal factors when developing...
