Involvement in discrimination or other workplace lawsuits and claims is not something any business wants to have to engage in. Alaska employers should be aware of applicable state, local and federal laws against illegal discrimination in the workplace, and should take...
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Reviewing data on sexual harassment charges
Whether you run a large corporation or own a small business, it is vital to understand the potential consequences of sexual harassment allegations. For example, a sexual harassment suit could destroy your business' reputation, creating long-term challenges that drive...
How should you create a company code of conduct?
You made a dream come true and started a small business recently. Before hiring your first employees, you want to set them and your company up for success with solid company policies. Project Include shares a guide for crafting the ideal company code of conduct. Use...
What actions could jeopardize your professional license?
When you acquire a professional license of any kind, you agree to uphold a standard of care. Breaching this agreement could result in serious repercussions including losing your licensing privilege. Even if you face a lawsuit that has no merit, your reputation may...
Statistics on discrimination suits
Workplace discrimination can take myriad forms, with varying levels of effects upon employees. Legal suits with discrimination claims, however, can have their own impact upon a business. The simplest way to avoid discrimination suits is to have training and policies...
How can you effectively discipline non-compliant employees?
Disciplining employees can create tense and unpleasant situations. Even if you have valid reasons for taking action against a worker, you will want to navigate every case with caution and precision. Knowing some strategies for effectively disciplining non-compliant...
Common complaints about real estate agents
When a complaint is brought against a real estate agent, it can cause worries about their future and career. For that reason, real estate agents should be familiar with the most common complaints made against real estate agents and how they can protect themselves....
Does an employee handbook help your business avoid litigation?
For business owners, there is always a risk of a current or former employee bringing suit discrimination, harassment or another type of unfair treatment. Such lawsuits have the potential to take considerable time and money away from a company’s day-to-day business...
Are you facing damaging allegations?
For most people, reputation is key in upholding a strong business. For some, though, reputation can actually make or break one's entire livelihood. This is the case for accountants, who need to maintain standards to keep their license to practice. Thus, any...
What do you know about errors omissions insurance for brokers?
As a realtor, you do everything you can to find the perfect property for your clients. While you may have a passing familiarity with errors and omissions insurance, do you know how it could help defend your professional license? Chron takes a deep dive into errors and...