Can a company ban tattoos at work?
The answer is not as clearly drawn as an employer might like
Legal Advice
How the Local Government Center lost its appeal
The state Supreme Court squarely rejected the LGC’s claim that members of the boards of risk pools have discretion to control what is to be returned to members as surplus
Is an employee on the clock while getting dressed in work gear?
Supreme Court ruling says ‘donning and doffing’ compensation can be negotiated
ESOPs: a tax-efficient way to reward employees and provide liquidity for shareholders
ESOPs are a path to personal and business security that deserve your serious consideration
Best practices for using payroll debit cards
They carry unintended consequences for both employers and employees
Litigating in the court of public opinion
Recognizing that crises are a different kind of legal problem that require a different strategy is essential
Dealing with whistleblowers and avoiding retaliation claims
Whistleblowers are an increasingly common phenomenon, especially in an era of laws like Sarbanes-Oxley and Dodd-Frank
Online shopping at work during the holidays (naughty or nice?)
Shopping online can be more efficient for employees, but poses problems when it becomes a distraction at the office
The evolving world of sex discrimination law
Recent federal court decision offers employers some relief, but they should still be wary
Beware the risks of running online promotional contests
The primary pitfall is running afoul of state and federal laws governing illegal lotteries
