As discussed in depth in a prior post, raising the minimum wage has received a considerable amount of attention over the past year. President Obama signed an Executive Order requiring employers with federal contracts to pay those employees at least […]
Fast food is very secretive. Colonel Sanders Kentucky Fried Chicken has eleven secret herbs and spices. Bakers have attempted to reverse engineer Mrs. Fields Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe, but it remains a closely held secret. Coca Cola has had […]
Every employer has or like will face this dilemma at one point or another. A good candidate for employment is located, the interviews go well, and now you simply have to complete the criminal background check as the last step to employment […]
In Delhi, in response to the report of an alleged rape by one of its drivers, Uber announced that it is taking additional steps to screen drivers. Uber has hired a "local team of specially-trained safety experts" to help ensure that its drivers […]
Uber hires "independent contractors" to serve as drivers, while it's software (in particular, it's cell phone apps) serves as the dispatch center and handles payment. It is an innovative use of technology, and it has been very successful to date. […]
As we move past Thanksgiving, many companies will hold parties to celebrate the holiday season. These parties are a great morale booster and provide a means to recognize outstanding employees, as well as celebrate and give thanks for your company’s […]
Many employers have adopted dress codes in the workplace that contain restrictions on a number of commonly seen "trends" that are prevalent among young employees. In particular, there is a rise in the number of employers who prohibit tattoos from being […]
With the rising costs of healthcare and the implementation of the Affordable Care Act, more employers are offering or revamping wellness programs that that are aimed at incentivizing employees to adopt healthier lifestyles. These programs include things […]
Over the course of its history, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission ("EEOC") has disfavored the application of mandatory arbitration agreements within the employment context. Indeed, until the decision in Circuit City Stores, Inc. v. Adams […]
As far as employee compensation agreements are concerned, Texas employers are riding a wave of pro-business precedent to recoup bonus pay from employees. The Supreme Court of Texas’ recent opinion in ExxonMobil Corporation v. Drennen continues the […]
On June 30, 2014, the United States Supreme Court issued a ruling which held that a closely held, for-profit entity can object to certain aspects of the birth control mandate imposed by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act by invoking the Religious […]
The National Labor Relations Board created a stir last week when it announced that it intends to hold McDonald's USA responsible for its franchisees’ violations of employment law. The announcement has created concern and consternation among businesses […]