As an employer in Alaska, you likely view your staff as one of your most valuable business resources. For this reason, complying with federal workplace protections such as the Family and Medical Leave Act may not seem like a sacrifice at all. Yet your operations may...
Trial Attorneys With A Record Of Success In Alaska
Month: October 2021
What employers can do about sexual harassment at work
There are important steps employers can take to address sexual harassment in the workplace. It is valuable for employers to be informed about what they can do to prevent sexual harassment and how to address it in the workplace. Steps that employers can take Employers...
Balancing confidentiality limits with patients’ rights
As a mental health provider, your license demonstrates that you have the experience and training to help people meet the psychological challenges of living in such a remote location as Alaska. According to the United Health Foundation, there are approximately 520...
Employers should understand wrongful termination laws
Wrongful termination laws in Alaska protect both employers and employees. Both parties should understand the rules and regulations that govern the firing of workers in the majority of circumstances. As an at-will employment state, Alaska has established guidelines to...
Using an employee handbook to your benefit
An employee handbook can provide clarity and guidance to your employees. You can also use it as a measure of protection against lawsuits from employees who claim they were not properly informed. Knowing the value of an employee handbook can give you an incentive to...
Can an employee handbook help your business avoid litigation?
When you start a new Alaska business, the steps you take early on may have far-reaching implications. Choosing an appropriate business structure is an important consideration. So, too, is the decision of whether to create an employee handbook. Per Inc.com, a...
Do you know how to defend against a bad faith claim?
As you know, the insurance claims process can be complicated. Claims can be fraught with nuances that make a claim determination challenging and prolonged, and payouts may occur more slowly than you expect. This is normal in the insurance industry, but these...