“Role creep” is an informal term for a worker taking on additional duties over the course of their tenure in a given position. While giving additional duties is a sign of trust, employees can find themselves overwhelmed by the situation. The employee’s struggle with...
Employment Law
Child labor abuses in California
In California, there are strict laws to protect minors' health and safety and ensure that they have time for education and recreation. If you are a business owner with employees under the age of 18, here's what you need to know to ensure your employees are safe. What...
What is the likelihood of facing a wrongful termination suit?
Every manager and business owner knows that occasionally it is necessary to remove people from specific roles. This can mean reassigning them within the company, but often it means termination. However, if you do not follow proper protocol, terminating a problematic...
Working with unions as an employer
One of the most challenging things for a business to grapple with is unionization. While there are many arguments for and against unions, collective bargaining can be a challenge for employers. To that end, if your workforce is unionized – as many healthcare and...
What role do employers take in harassment issues between employees?
One of the worst situations for a company is when an employee brings harassment allegations against another employee. If handled poorly, the company may face penalties and litigation, so most employers err on the side of caution in taking punitive actions. However, if...
What to know about employing minors
Most companies have at least a few minors on the payroll. While, in many businesses, a minor may be in an entry-level service position. In California, many minor employees are child actors and other artists. Because of California’s unique minor working population,...
There’s no place like home for your holiday
With the holiday season in full swing, many people look forward to a certain amount of time off with family. However, in a diverse workforce, there is an excellent chance that the religious holiday you would like to take is one your boss may know next to nothing...
How specific can my job requisition be?
When you run a business, you often rely on staff members to help with daily operations. Finding candidates that meet your education and job experience qualifications may not be of concern, though you probably have additional expectations. The Fair Chance Act made it...
What are California’s meal break rules for employers?
California labor laws require companies to provide both exempt and nonexempt employees with a 30-minute uninterrupted meal break if they work at least five hours during a shift. Employers may be responsible for providing additional compensation to workers, including...
How to avoid employment classification errors
Hiring independent contractors can be vital to a company’s productivity and bottom line. Contractors often play a critical role in building small businesses, especially startups with limited employees and monetary resources. Large employers who hire independent...
