Efficient and Effective Legal Representation
When someone has an arrest or conviction record, they might worry about how it will affect their future, especially regarding employment. Discrimination based on someone's arrest or conviction record can make it challenging for individuals to move forward in life,...
If you think your employer might be planning to fire you, it is important to be earnest and to handle the situation with care. What steps can you take to protect yourself legally and prepare for what might come next? Document everything Start writing down everything...
Dealing with a business dispute can be as difficult for you as they are for your company. Disagreements may arise over contract terms, partnership duties or intellectual property rights. These issues can grow quickly and disrupt your business. You may initially...
The job market has ebbs and flows tied to the U.S. and global economy. There are also employment trends tied to the region and various industries. The good news is that someone is interested in hiring you, and they made an offer that is more than you feared and less...
Starting a business is an exciting venture, but it’s also one that requires careful planning and legal groundwork. It is crucial to have the right legal documents in place from the outset. What should you address when starting your new company? 1. Business formation...
Discussing the issues you face in the workplace or advocating for better conditions with the help of your coworkers – also known as “concerted activity” – is a vital way to improve your workplace. This can include union activity as well as other conversations, and the...
When you struggle in your workplace, reporting the issue to human resources should be the first step to finding a solution that improves your experience on the job. Unfortunately, many employees wonder whether making a complaint will lead to mistreatment, worsen the...
Everyone – regardless of their background – deserves to have a safe and fair work environment. Unfortunately, prejudice in the workplace comes in many forms. It is important for employees to understand the ways that discrimination based on their racial or cultural...
Whistleblowing is an act of bravery. It involves stepping forward to report misconduct, illegal activities, or dangers to public health and safety. However, whistleblowers often wonder whether their employer will fire them, harass them or punish them in other ways....
Every employee's contribution matters in a small business. Unfortunately, a smaller workforce can also leave employees vulnerable to a variety of challenges. They may receive lower wages. Workers may have limited job security. They may be subject to arbitrary...