Competition is always a concern for employers in Alaska. In order to protect themselves against workers who may abscond their organization to work for a competitor, employers in Alaska may ask employees to sign a noncompete agreement. What is a noncompete agreement? A...
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Addressing claims of sexual harassment in the workplace
It can be difficult to manage the different personalities and work styles of an office full of employees. From interpersonal conflicts and disputes between supervisors and subordinates, an Alaska business may work tirelessly to maintain a safe and hospitable place for...
North Slope District facing discrimination lawsuit
Municipalities and government organizations, like school districts, often face litigation. After all, many see these government entities as institutions with unlimited resources, and as such, think that they can get a big payday by suing them. Unfortunately, being...
The importance of well-crafted employment contracts
The success of an Alaska business often depends on the quality of the individuals who are hired to run it. Employees are an asset to a company and getting the best employees can take negotiations and stipulations. What it takes to attain one highly sought out worker...
What topics should I include in an employee handbook?
Employers in Alaska will want to take any steps necessary to protect their interests from claims brought by aggrieved employees. In this sense, it is important to be proactive. One way to do so is to develop a well-drafted and clear employee handbook. The following...
Sexual harassment defense for employers
The past few years have forced Americans into a reckoning with sexual harassment, particularly in the workplace. As women, and some men, have come forward with their tales of harassment and assault in work-related settings, many employers have responded by tightening...