Employers usually think they won’t be held legally responsible for tort claims based on their independent contractors’ work. But there […]
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Employer-Mandated Vaccinations for Covid-19
There are three vaccines for the Covid-19 virus available and recommended in the United States: the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, the Moderna’s […]
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
What Is Sexual Harrasment In The Workplace? Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue throughout the country. It […]
Severance Packages
What are Severance Packages? Severance packages are generally some amount of pay given to employees upon termination of employment. A […]
How Employee Turnover Can Hurt Your Company
You spend months sorting through resumes, conducting interviews, and negotiating contracts to find the right employees. However, even the most […]
Understanding Wrongful Termination Laws & Avoiding Employee Lawsuits
Few employees take termination gracefully – especially in this economy. Business owners may have every lawful reason to let an […]
Virginia Unemployment Insurance Benefits in Response to COVID-19
Over half a million Virginians filed for unemployment benefits over the past six weeks. As a result, many Virginia families […]
What is the Family First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)?
The U.S. Department of Labor is taking action to ensure eligible workers can care for themselves and family members during […]
D.C.’s Office of Employee Appeals: What D.C. Employees Need to Know
Washington, D.C., acts as the seat of the United States federal government. The District of Columbia was charted to hold […]
Recent Changes to Overtime and Salary Levels Changes Made By DOL
The United States Department of Labor (DOL) serves multiple functions and is responsible for improving mine safety. However, one of […]