Business Law
Learn the basics on how to make sure your business meets all legal requirements. Get guidance on contracts, business licenses, and more.
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Is an Employer Liable for Employee Injuries at a Company Retreat?
Employers and employees should be aware that an employer may be deemed liable if an employee injures themselves at a company-sponsored function and triggers workers' compensation regulations.
· 4 min read
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Customizing a Job Application Template to Fit Your Business
Customizing a job application template to fit your business may seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be.
· 4 min read
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5 Tips to Stay Labor Law Compliant
As an employer, it's essential for a small business to meet all applicable labor law requirements. These tips will help you stay compliant.
· 4 min read
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Can an Employer Force You to Go Back to Work During COVID-19?
Can you be forced to go back to work during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic? It depends, there are a lot of factors. Read about them here.
· 4 min read
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PTO vs. Vacation Time: Which Is Right for Your Company?
You know your employees need (and deserve) time off. Crafting your time-off policy requires some thought.
· 5 min read
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Employee Communication: How Does Your Business Stack Up?
A safe workplace free of sexual harassment requires, above all, trust. Many companies fail at this. See how your company stacks up against others.
· 3 min read
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Building a Workplace Harassment Policy that Keeps You and Your Employees Safe
Unwelcome workplace behaviors on the basis of sex, race, religion, and more can bring work to a halt and even get you sued.
· 4 min read
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The Nationwide Implications of California Vacation Law
For small business owners and HR directors who are creating paid vacation policies, California's law concerning employee vacation days has a lot of guidance to offer.
· 4 min read
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Understanding At-Will Employment
Employers and employees both need to understand what at-will employment is and how it works, as well as what lawful and unlawful termination practices look like. Here is everything you need to know.
· 4 min read
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How to Get Coronavirus Unemployment Benefits
A staggering number of Americans have lost their jobs due to the coronavirus, and the number of workers filing for unemployment benefits continues to soar. The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act was passed by Congress and then signed into law on March 27, 2020, bolstering states' ability to offer more unemployment benefits to a broader range of people.
· 3 min read
