Fraud thrives when employees believe no one is watching. Strong internal controls demonstrate that management is reviewing transactions, thus reducing opportunities for misconduct.
Read More »Contracting with potential litigation in mind
At the starry-eyed beginning of any construction project, future litigation is the last thing on anyone’s mind. But parties need not let optimism get in the way of including forward-thinking contractual terms.
Read More »Need-to-know info about letting go of underperformers
Underperformance can drain team productivity, lower morale, and signal to other employees that mediocrity is acceptable. It can also jeopardize business outcomes and drive away high-performing employees. The key for employers is knowing when to act and how to do so without inviting legal trouble.
Read More »American Franchisee Association pushes for federal franchise protections
A new bill proposed in Congress, the American Franchisee Association Act, is gaining attention as a possible game-changer for franchise labor rights.
Read More »Federal appeals court signals broader ADA risk in medical leave denials
A recent ruling from the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals may signal expanded exposure for employers under the Americans with Disabilities Act when it comes to medical leave requests.
Read More »New Virginia law expands liability for employee misconduct
A recent amendment to a Virginia statute potentially widens employers’ exposure to personal injury and wrongful death liability.
Read More »Why America should reject overwork culture
China’s 996 model — 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., six days a week — was sold as a path to speed, discipline, and dominance. In reality, it became a case study in how overwork corrodes the very foundation of business success.
Read More »Disney to pay $43.25M in gender pay equity settlement
A Los Angeles judge has given final approval to a class‑action settlement resolving claims that women in middle management roles at Disney were paid less than male peers, passed over for promotions, and assigned extra work without equivalent compensation under California’s Equal Pay Act.
Read More »EEOC sues auto parts maker for sex, disability, and age discrimination
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has filed suit against an auto parts manufacturer, asserting that it violated federal law when it refused to allow an older, female worker with a disability to re-enter its apprenticeship program.
Read More »Pros and cons of arbitration clauses in construction contracts
Mandatory arbitration clauses are increasingly common in construction contracts. Arbitration, sometimes referred to as “trial-light,” is a judicial process where an arbitrator (usually a lawyer or a former judge) receives evidence, hears from witnesses, and makes a binding decision resolving the dispute.
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