Terminations Can Lead to Litigation. What Can You Do?
Every termination has the potential of leading to a lawsuit. Here are several things every employer should think about to minimize that risk. 1. Terminating an Employee for Absenteeism: Be careful not to terminate an employee for an absence that is protected under the FMLA, ADA or jury-duty. But if the absences are not protected,.. read more →
One of our clients was being sued by several former employees who claimed unpaid wages and missed meal breaks. The Plaintiffs were trying to convert their case to a class action. If they won, the class could have included more than 200 individuals, with potential liability in excess of $6,000,000. The Plaintiffs brought a motion.. read more →
Here is a rundown of several new laws that affect California employers that take effect January 2012. Wage Details for New Hires – This new law requires employers to describe specific details about wages to all new employees. Limits on Use of Credit Reports – This law prevents most employers from obtaining or relying on.. read more →
During these tough economic times, companies often look to downsizing as a cost-saving measure. Whether it’s one or a thousand employees, companies need to pay attention to a few rules before implementing a lay-off. Depending on the size of the lay-off, a company might need to comply with the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN).. read more →
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