Whether you’re sending dozens of employees to a conference or a few employees to visit an out-of-town client or attend a seminar, you can save money and/or allow more people to go by having some of them share hotel rooms. But should you? It’s not illegal to ask...
What employers can do about sexual harassment in the workplace
Sexual harassment is unwelcome in the workplace which is why employers should know what they can do to help avoid it. There are several steps employers can take to help prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. Ways employers to combat sexual harassment There are...
Ways employers can help prevent workplace discrimination
Employers should have good processes in place to help prevent workplace discrimination. They should also be familiar with how to defend themselves in circumstances when they have been presented with a workplace discrimination claim. There are several different best...
Defending against restaurant sexual harassment claims
Unfortunately, sexual harassment is prevalent in the restaurant and hospitality industry. According to a survey by One Fair Wage, approximately 70% of restaurant workers have reported at least one incident of sexual-harassment in the workplace. According to the site,...
Jury finds Samsung liable for intentional patent infringement
Intellectual property can be incredibly valuable. That’s why those who have invented new technologies need to take the steps necessary to protect their work. To see just how important this can be you need look no further than a recent jury verdict involving technology...
How does California view paid sick leave?
Being an employer in California is an exciting prospect, with booming industries and plenty of eager job candidates. It can feel easy to lose yourself in the upsides of running a business. But, as plenty of headlines show, every move you make can bring inevitable...
A wrongful termination claim can lead to a costly lawsuit
California is an “at-will” employment state. As an employer, this means you can terminate an employee at any time, for any reason. In fact, you can terminate an employee for no reason at all. However, there are some state and federal restrictions when it comes to...
Common FLSA violations committed by employers
California employers, particularly those in the hospitality industry, are facing more wage-and-hour violation claims than ever before. In fact, since 1985, the hospitality industry has the highest number of wage and hour claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act...
How to establish a strong trademark
When you want to expand your business and its product line, more than likely you may need to apply for additional trademarks. Perhaps, you have a new product name, a redesigned logo or a clever catchphrase you plan to use to market your new product. As part of the...
