Articles Tagged: The Law

Are you prepared to properly deal with a harassment complaint in your workplace? The “ostrich” defense — burying your head in the sand and ignoring everything — will never work in front of either a judge or a jury. Employers will be held accountable for their actions, or inaction as the case may be.

Sometimes, without even knowing it, people say things to co-workers that could be considered discriminatory and open up legal risk. It’s important to avoid these topics, or, if you’re a manager, stop them.

Theft can take many forms in the workplace, even indirect forms. Employees should be mindful, and employers should take several measures to make sure policies address the various forms.

While a lawyer gives advice, the client has to live with the outcomes of decisions

Communication, employee evaluations are key

It requires communication and documentation

Ruling returns pay threshold to previous level

Other options exist to protect employers

1938 law set the standard at 40 hours, but that could change

Employers can adopt evenhanded rules

Employers need to document reasons for change

Have clear policies, procedures and expectations

Rules differ for service, emotional support animals

Employer, worker both have rights

Best approach: Talk with worker, her doctor