Business owners commonly face the same hiring decision: hire a full-time employee or an independent contractor to do the same work? Although the differences between an independent contractor and an employee seem slight, proper classification is important. There are obvious financial benefits to a business owner that have clouded the distinction between the two. Furthermore,…
Every employee in the country has employee rights that employers cannot violate. If you are an employee, be sure to know these rights for yourself. If you are an employer be sure to always keep your potential employees and current employees’ rights in mind both during and after the interview and hiring process. In order…
In Michael Vater’s recent article for Money Inc., he discussed why production companies and studios should use counsel when hiring talent. Why Production Companies Should Use Counsel When Hiring “Production companies must be aware of the various type of corporate formation and make an informed decision upon which type of company to begin. These various…
It is important to know your rights as an employee whether you are a new hire or a veteran at your workplace. Keep in mind that you have specific rights that your employer should respect. Your rights begin at the interview process and extend throughout your whole time with the company. Here are some employee…
All employees in the United States have rights in the workplace which cannot be violated by their employer. These rights, like the right to not be discriminated against, extend to prospective employees during the interview process. To stay clear of violating an individual’s rights and potentially facing a lawsuit, employers must refrain from asking certain…
There are certain rights employees who belong to Labor Unions have with regard to their employment. The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), which was passed in 1935, codified such rights given to employees. The NLRA specifies basic rights of private sector employees to organize trade unions, engage in collective bargaining, and enjoy other rights including…
Business owners commonly face the same hiring decision: hire a full-time employee or an independent contractor to do the same work? Although the differences between an independent contractor and an employee seem slight, proper classification is important. There are obvious financial benefits to a business owner that have clouded the distinction between the two. Furthermore,…
There are very few individuals who can say that they have never had any employment law issues. This is true for both the employees and the employer. Employment Law is a specialized field of law that is very relevant in today’s society. There are a few common employment law issues that arise more often than others. …
It goes without saying that in the workplace, employees have certain rights that an employer must not violate. These rights begin during the interview process and extend through termination. Here are some key employee rights in the workplace here in Florida and across the United States. No Discrimination or Harassment Employers cannot discriminate against employees. That…
Toys “R” Us was once the unrivaled mega toy store in the days before the internet. Now, 70 years after its founding, it is liquidating nearly 400 of its locations. 31,000 employees will be let go without severance pay. Toys “R” Us filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy back in September. Under bankruptcy laws the iconic…