by Justin Zeller | Apr 8, 2021 | Uncategorized
“You can never be too cautious.” “An ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure.” These and other common sayings may make it seem like a smart business move to conduct criminal background checks of all job applicants and exclude any applicant who has ever been...
by Justin Zeller | Mar 18, 2021 | Uncategorized
If you are feeling the pinch, you are not alone. Many Americans have experienced a decline in income, while expenses have continued to increase. Many have taken a significant hit to their credit scores and are considering bankruptcy. Others who are on the eve of...
by Justin Zeller | Mar 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
What You Need to Know The Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) makes it illegal for employers to knowingly hire undocumented workers and requires employers to verify each worker’s identity and eligibility by completing the I-9 Form. An employer’s failure to complete...
by Justin Zeller | Feb 22, 2021 | Uncategorized
It may seem unfair, but an employer can fire an “at-will” employee at any time, without good cause – or even without any cause at all. It is a bitter pill, and one that many American workers must swallow. Under the law, you are generally deemed to be employed at-will,...
by Justin Zeller | Feb 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
American employers are subject to countless federal, state and local laws, imposing various requirements, including wage and hour and anti-discrimination laws. Unfortunately, many employers – particularly small businesses – are unaware of their obligations and violate...
by Justin Zeller | Feb 12, 2021 | Uncategorized
Many employers require their employees to sign agreements which contain covenants not to compete with the company. The enforceability of these restrictive provisions varies from state-to-state and depends on a variety of factors. A former employee who violates an...
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