Following an accident, there is a lot to think about. You may have to get used to sudden lifestyle changes, and the recovery period can be long and demanding. For many people, legal action against those responsible is the last thing on their mind. However, making an accident compensation claim is often a very necessary […]
As an employer employment law is something which you must give due consideration to. If you fail to comply with this area of the law when hiring employees, it could result in costly and time-consuming lawsuits, and could damage your business’ reputation. In this article, we discuss the law surrounding payment and salary requirements. Broadly […]
Employment law is not just a single law, something that most people believe it to be. In actuality, it is a complete system that was set up to help protect employees from employers by creating laws and standards of treatment that have to respected and followed by employers. This includes providing different types of benefits, […]
Regardless of whether you are an employer or an employee, you may find that meeting with an employment law lawyer is the best decision when it comes to protecting your rights at work. As employment law is such a wide area, full of legal requirements and guidelines, it is always best to seek advice where […]
This list will help assist you in determining whether or not you should invest time and energy into pursuing a discrimination claim. EEO cases can be time consuming and expensive. Here are some tips based on my 20 years of experience in the field to help you decide whether to pursue your claim. 1. Can […]
The U.S. Department of Treasury recently designated Kenneth Feinberg to head an effort to review distressed multiemployer pension plans that are facing funding shortfalls. This effort is part of the Kline-Miller Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014, enacted late last year, which may legally reduce member benefits under new pension reform. According to the Treasury’s […]
An employment lawyer is a legal representative who specializes in employment-related cases. If you believe that you have been wrongfully terminated, sexually harassed, treated unfairly and discriminated against, an labor lawyer can guide you in your rights as an employee. In addition to this, employment advocates often handle labor-related disputes, including issues regarding financial discrimination, worker’s […]
1. Do you have a “franchisable” business? There are quite a few qualities that a good franchise should have when compared to that of your typical standalone restaurant or business. A quality franchise will likely portray a highly unique business model that can be duplicated time and again by franchisees relatively easily. The main business […]
Nearly nine million Americans lost their jobs during the Great Recession and its aftermath. Those who were fortunate enough to stay off the unemployment line were expected to work longer hours, often for the same, or even less, pay. Few complained. Most felt blessed they had a job to go to at all. But a […]
