Efficient And Effective Legal Representation
Employers know that they need to pay their employees a legally required wage and must abide by rules protecting employee rights to these wages. Unfortunately, many employers don’t seem to have gotten the message. Common forms of wage theft include: Failing to pay...
A federal appeals court recently held that the publisher of a self-described "neutral" product review guide could face civil liability for false advertising because it received indirect financial benefits from the manufacturer of products that it reviewed favorably...
When you leave a job, you probably hope to continue working in the same field. After all, the industry where you currently work is where you may have both your education and job experience. Unfortunately, if your employer required a non-compete agreement as part of...
If you were to ask most individuals looking to set up a business what type of structure or formation they were thinking about, they'd likely tell you a limited liability company (LLC). There are many reasons for selecting this type of corporate structure for a...
Social media is a part of everyday life. Many use it for hours a day, so it should come as no surprise to employers that employees will have their own accounts that they use on breaks or when they’re off the clock. However, social media can be problematic for...
Non-compete agreements are a contentious issue. Some states have banned them, and others have placed severe restrictions upon them. Those against them argue that they restrict employees’ rights, stifle wages, inhibit innovation and harm the companies that use them....
Joining a new practice is an exciting milestone in your career as a physician. Whether you're just getting out of residency or have decades of experience, it's a big step that can have a long-term impact on your compensation and career. The employment contract will...
Many businesses have dress codes that limit what staff members in various positions can wear on the job. A good staff dress code prevents employee conflict and helps present a positive image of the company and its workforce to consumers. Unfortunately, some of the...
If there is one thing that can put a damper on your life, it’s having an office dispute. You spend hours a day with the people you work with, and if something isn’t going right, then your day could be miserable. If you’re dealing with a dispute at work, you want to...
Noncompete agreements are standard practice in many industries. Typically, they're part of the onboarding process. Your job offer may be contingent on you signing a noncompete. But what if you've already been hired, and your employer wants you to sign a new or...
