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The Department of Labor (DOL) is making it easier for employers to understand and comply with U.S. labor and employment laws. The agency's newly updated Employment Law Guide addresses the new changes in labor policy, including: Increase in the federal minimum wage Expansion of the Family and Medical Leave Act for qualified relatives of injured active duty veterans Child labor regulations in the agriculture industry The Defense Base Act, which provides workers' compensation benefits to civilian employees working outside the...
As an employer, you have a responsibility to maintain a safe work environment, but accidents can happen even in the safest of workplaces. If one of your employees becomes injured on the job, do you have a plan? For employers, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure The Occupational Health and Safety Act (OSHA) ensures that every working man and woman in the nation has safe and healthful working conditions. Observe both federal and state safety regulations. Many states have laws that go beyond the federal standards...
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced this week that it has approved new advertising guidance on endorsements and testimonials. The new rules affect product endorsements in blog posts, chat rooms and other social media web sites, and comment/message sites. Several changes to the existing Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising include: Freebies, Comps, and Paid Endorsements - Any payments or free products given to endorsers by an advertiser must be disclosed. The new rules specify that a blogger or social media user...
Whether you find yourself grappling with an employment issue, sparring with a business partner, or just need some guidance on filing the proper paperwork, you may need to turn to a small business lawyer. It's pretty easy to search for lawyers online or in the phone book, but that can be a frustrating and fruitless process. There are many factors to consider when hiring a good small business lawyer, but here are a few tips to get you started: Research, Research, Research Imagine if you had a serious medical condition and needed...
An essential aspect of running a business is verifying that your vendors and suppliers are up to par, since their standing can affect your operations and reputation. In Part One of the Researching a Company series, we provided a basic overview of options for researching another company. Here in part two, w;ve summed up additional resources you can use to find out more informationabout a business. Research a Busines-s Consumer Protection Claims Consumer protection agencies are valuable resources enacted to protect consumer rights against...
Most private employers have rights when it comes to testing for illegal substances in the workplace. Although employee drug testing is generally not required by law, if you choose to exercise your testing rights, you must comply with federal and state regulations that outline your responsibilities. The first step to establishing a drug-free workplace is understanding what's considered an acceptable and reasonable drug-testing policy. Employer Rights The Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 does not require employers to create a...
For almost every risk your business faces, there is an insurance policy that will cover it. But what's required and what isn't? When it comes to business insurance, it's important to cover all you bases. Your business must comply with all employer insurance requirements but that doesn't mean policies that aren't required are any less important. Check out this quick guide for a better understanding of business insurance requirements. What's Required? Workers' Compensation Insurance covers the medical costs,...
What is the ADEA? Job applicants and employees who are over the age of 40 are protected from age-based employment discrimination under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA). The ADEA makes it unlawful for an employer to discriminate against a worker because of their age in typical conditions of employment, like interviewing, hiring, compensating, disciplining, terminating, or promoting. While the ADEA intends to prevent employers from discriminating against older workers in favor of those under 40, it also prohibits...
Most foreign-owned companies expand their business in the USA by establishing a branch office or an online presence. Both processes are very similar to starting a new business as any American citizen would, except there are a few extra steps during registration and some special tax regulations. For foreign companies expanding their businesses in the USA, read on to learn more about conducting market research, opening branch offices, establishing an online presence, and staying compliant with laws. Do Your Market Research First Before you make...
Regardless of industry, almost all businesses with employees have some form of a dress code policy. When creating a dress code policy for your business, apply your policy equally to all employees. Unfair dress code policies are considered discriminatory and can be grounds for a lawsuit. As a condition of employment, employers have the right to establish and enforce a dress code policy. Because federal and state laws generally don't govern these policies, employers have a lot of flexibility in creating an appropriate dress code for their...
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by NicoleD, Former Moderator on Tuesday, March 23, 2010 - 23:17