The Art of Settlement Negotiations
Dec 21, 2015
More and more in today’s modern business world, companies are seeking to resolve their disputes in a more amicable setting than the traditional courtroom. Small Words, Big Wins Litigation has proven i...
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When Does Overtime Mean More Than Just Pay?
Nov 24, 2015
The answer to the above question may surprise many who are not involved in the day to day operation of a large trucking company. Hours of Service Those who engage in business on both sides often think...
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Special Considerations in Employment Law: The Nursing Industry
Nov 19, 2015
Professionals in the medical industry and legal world typically do not qualify for the same protections as workers in other areas, as these professions have not been historically plagued by the levels...
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Special Considerations in Employment Law: Employees Over 40
Nov 18, 2015
Employees have a myriad of rights that are illustrated by various local, state, and federal laws that provide them with certain guarantees in the workforce. One such law, the Age Discrimination in Emp...
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The Interesting World of Contract Work: Benefits and Takeaways
Sep 24, 2015
In recent years the labor market has experienced a large influx of independence, both for employers and workers, through the increase in use of contract workers. Benefits of Contractor-Based Employmen...
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More Work, More Profit, but at What Cost?
Sep 10, 2015
In August, the New York Times published an article on the “unique” working atmosphere inside one of the country’s largest retailers, which raised some interesting questions. How hard can companies pus...
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Uber in the News (Again): Background Checks in the Rideshare Business
Sep 02, 2015
The rideshare giant Uber has made news headlines again for its hiring policies. This time, however, it is not because some employee or driver is concerned over their treatment. Uber Defends its Seven...
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Legal Issues in Employment: Retaliation is Discrimination
Aug 13, 2015
In order to run a successful business, today’s leaders understand that they must know more than just what their product is and how to sell it. They must know what laws apply to their company’s busines...
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Trial Date Set for Keith Urban’s Trademark Lawsuit
Aug 06, 2015
A December trial date has been scheduled in Los Angeles federal court for a lawsuit in which a British songwriter is alleging that country music star Keith Urban stole his band’s name for the trademar...
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Sexual Orientation or Sex Discrimination? EEOC Says Both
Aug 03, 2015
Employers this week eagerly awaited the most recent decision by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on the rights of employees based on their sexual orientation. The Final Ruling The ruling is...
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