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
Legal Advice
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
Uncertainty around real estate transfer tax haunts property transfers
Court rulings add confusion to transfers between related parties
Non-solicitation agreements really do have teeth
Employers should seek appropriate relief from the courts to enforce the agreements
Same-sex spousal benefits: Are you in compliance?
Although limited guidance has been issued so far, employers should begin to implement changes under the Supreme Court’s decision
