Letting an employee go is never easy, but when handled improperly, it can lead to costly legal issues and damage to your company’s reputation. Employers must follow a clear, fair, and consistent process to reduce the risk of wrongful termination claims. That means...

(Equipping Managers with Skills to Deal with Retaliation) When employees raise concerns, whether about discrimination, harassment, safety, or workplace policies, it is not just an HR issue; it is a leadership responsibility. How a manager responds in those first...

Retaliation continues to be one of the most frequently filed charges with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and one of the most preventable. Retaliation occurs when an employer takes adverse action against an employee for engaging in a legally...

If you work with contractors, now is a good time to double-check your classifications. As of January 2024, the Department of Labor is using a more expansive “economic realities” test that makes it easier for workers to be considered employees. This approach requires a...