When contemplating a dismissal, employers need to be aware of the range of legal claims that can be brought against them arising from the dismissal. Ideally, a dismissal should be conducted in a manner which avoids or minimizes the risk of such claims.
The document discusses key concepts in US employment law, including the employment-at-will doctrine and its exceptions, major federal statutes governing wages/hours and workplace safety/health, leave laws like FMLA, and protections against discrimination based on characteristics like race, gender, age, and disability under laws such as Title VII, EPA, ADEA, and ADA. Defenses to discrimination claims include business necessity, BFOQ, seniority systems, and after-acquired evidence of employee misconduct.
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Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI):
- What types of employee-related lawsuits are covered?
- Facts about Employment Practices Lawsuits
- Best Defenses against Employment Practices Lawsuits
Worker's Compensation Insurance:
- History of Worker’s Compensation Insurance
- 4 Types of Benefits Provided by Worker’s Comp Insurance
- Employers Liability Coverage
- What’s Best for Business Owners - Worker’s Comp or Medical Insurance?
- Best Defenses against Employment Practices Lawsuits
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Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI):
- What types of employee-related lawsuits are covered?
- Facts about Employment Practices Lawsuits
- Best Defenses against Employment Practices Lawsuits
Worker's Compensation Insurance:
- History of Worker’s Compensation Insurance
- 4 Types of Benefits Provided by Worker’s Comp Insurance
- Employers Liability Coverage
- What’s Best for Business Owners - Worker’s Comp or Medical Insurance?
- Best Defenses against Employment Practices Lawsuits
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This chapter discusses employee rights and discipline. It covers employee privacy rights, employer surveillance, disciplinary policies, and alternative dispute resolution methods. Employee rights include protection from unfair disciplinary actions and privacy of personal files and communications. However, employers have responsibilities to maintain a safe and productive work environment. This can create conflicts with employee rights. The chapter explores areas where these conflicts may arise, such as with drug testing, email monitoring, and employee searches. It also discusses disciplinary procedures and policies that aim to correct unacceptable behavior rather than punish employees.
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Legally Managing Employees
IN THIS CHAPTER, YOU WILL LEARN:
1. To differentiate between an employment agreement and an employee manual.
2. To establish a nondiscriminatory work environment.
3. To implement a procedure designed to eliminate sexual harassment and minimize the risk of penalties resulting from charges of unlawful harassment.
4. To legally manage the complex areas of employee leave, compensation, and performance.
5. To respond appropriately to unemployment claims.
6. To summarize and list the employment records that must be maintained to meet legal requirements.
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIPS
All employers and employees have employment agreements with each other.
Employment agreement: The terms of the employment relationship between an employer and employee that specifies the rights and obligations of each party to the agreement.
Generally, employment agreements in the hospitality industry are established verbally, or with an offer letter.
Offer Letter
offer letters detail the offer made by the employer to the employee.
when properly composed, can help prevent legal difficulties caused by employee or employer misunderstandings.
Offer Letter
Some employers believe offer letters should be used only for managerial positions, but to avoid difficulties, all employees should have signed offer letters in their personnel files.
Components
Employee Manual
In most cases, the offer letter will not detail all of the policies and procedures to which the employer and employee agree.
The topics covered by an employee manual will vary from one organization to another.
Employee Manual
In either case, an important point to remember is that employee manuals are often referenced by the courts to help define the terms of the employment agreement if a dispute arises.
some common topic areas include:
General Policies
Compensation
Benefits
Special Areas
General Policies
Probationary periods
Performance reviews
Disciplinary process
Termination
Attendance
Drug and alcohol testing
Uniforms
Lockers
Personal telephone calls
Appearance and grooming
Compensation
Pay periods
Payroll deductions
Tip-reporting requirements
Timekeeping procedures
Overtime pay policies
Meal periods
Schedule posting
Call-in pay
Sick pay
Vacation pay
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Vacation accrual
Paid holidays
Jury duty
Funeral leave
Retirement programs
Duty meals
Leaves of absence
Transfers
Educational reimbursement plans
Special Areas
Policies against harassment
Grievance and complaint procedures
Family medical leave information
Dispute resolution
Safety rules
Security rules
Emergency preparedness
Employee manuals should be kept up to date, and it should be clearly established that it is the employer, not the employee, who retains the right to revise the employee manual.
Many companies issue employee manuals with a signature page, where employees
Under the employment at will doctrine, employers can terminate employees at any time for any reason. This leads to a lack of job security for employees. While employers have significant freedom to hire and fire, employees should still have some basic rights in the workplace such as freedom of speech, right to privacy, and protection from discrimination. When terminating an employee, employers must ensure they are not violating any anti-discrimination or other employment laws.
Retaliation happens when an employee speaks up about unlawful or unsafe workplace conditions or violations. If you or a loved one have been unlawfully retaliated against in the workplace anywhere in Los Angeles, you can count on the team at Mancini & Associates to help you. Their California workplace retaliation attorney Tara J Licata has extensive experience handling complex employment law cases, and she knows what it takes to investigate these claims in order to determine liability.
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The document is an employment law newsletter from the law firm Tharpe & Howell. It summarizes three legal cases related to mandatory arbitration clauses, safety programs impact on workers' compensation premiums, and penalties for misclassifying employees. It provides contacts for the firm's labor lawyers to discuss these issues.
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The document provides an employment law update covering several topics:
1) The abolition of the default retirement age means employers can no longer force retirement based on age unless objectively justified. This may impact performance management, succession planning, and employee benefits.
2) New maternity and paternity provisions allow fathers to take up to 26 weeks of additional paternity leave in the first year. Employers must update family friendly policies.
3) The Equality Act consolidates previous anti-discrimination laws into a single act. The Bribery Act strengthens anti-corruption laws and requires adequate procedures to prevent bribery.
4) Agency worker regulations provide equal treatment for benefits and opportunities after 12 weeks to
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Employees Privacy Issues And Legal RightsSaad Mazhar
This document discusses employee privacy issues and legal rights in the workplace. It covers several topics:
- Employers have the right to monitor employee computer and phone use, install surveillance cameras, and conduct drug/alcohol testing, but policies should be clear and employees informed.
- Employees have rights to privacy of personal information and possessions. Employers cannot disclose personal details without permission.
- Laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act and Age Discrimination in Employment Act protect employees from certain types of discrimination. The Fair Labor Standards Act governs work hours and wages.
- The document also outlines health and safety regulations employers must follow to ensure clean, ventilated, hygienic work environments for employees.
HR Solutions 10th Year Anniversary Employment Law UpdateGregory Guilford
The document summarizes key employment law updates in the UK, including the abolition of the default retirement age, expanded maternity/paternity leave provisions, the Equality Act, the Bribery Act, Agency Worker Regulations, and upcoming pension reforms. It provides details on new rights for employees in each area as well as advice for employers on complying with the changing legislation.
The document discusses employee rights and responsibilities in the workplace. It covers statutory and contractual rights, employment contracts, non-compete agreements, employment-at-will, exceptions to at-will employment, alternative dispute resolution methods, individual employee rights regarding free speech, privacy, and personal behavior, balancing employer security and drug testing policies, HR policies and procedures, employee discipline processes, and separation agreements.
The document discusses employee rights and responsibilities in the workplace. It covers statutory and contractual rights, employment contracts, non-compete agreements, employment-at-will, exceptions to at-will employment, alternative dispute resolution methods, individual employee rights regarding free speech, privacy, and personal behavior, balancing employer security and drug testing with employee rights, HR policies and procedures, employee discipline processes, and separation agreements.
White Paper: Complying With Regulations Regarding Temporary Workersss
The use of temporary workers is growing in the United States, now representing 22% of the total workforce. Temporary workers are referred to as freelancers, non-employees, indirect workers, agency contractors, consultants, interns, independent contractors, and many other terms.
This document discusses Georgia's "At Will" employment law. The law allows employers to terminate employees for any reason, with or without cause. The law was established in the 1800s during industrialization to give employers flexibility in managing their workforce. Under the law, employees have the right to resign from their job and employers have the right to terminate employees as they choose. However, terminations cannot violate civil rights laws. Unions aim to protect employee rights and ensure compliance with anti-discrimination statutes. While the law provides employers and employees rights, critics argue it needs more regulation to prevent unfair treatment.
Kris Tanner & Dan Ditto provide detailed information about recent HR updates and laws to help keep your business compliant in 2021.
As a co-employer, we're excited to help our clients continue to grow and achieve their business goals in 2021.
Legally Managing Employees
IN THIS CHAPTER, YOU WILL LEARN:
1. To differentiate between an employment agreement and an employee manual.
2. To establish a nondiscriminatory work environment.
3. To implement a procedure designed to eliminate sexual harassment and minimize the risk of penalties resulting from charges of unlawful harassment.
4. To legally manage the complex areas of employee leave, compensation, and performance.
5. To respond appropriately to unemployment claims.
6. To summarize and list the employment records that must be maintained to meet legal requirements.
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIPS
All employers and employees have employment agreements with each other.
Employment agreement: The terms of the employment relationship between an employer and employee that specifies the rights and obligations of each party to the agreement.
Generally, employment agreements in the hospitality industry are established verbally, or with an offer letter.
Offer Letter
offer letters detail the offer made by the employer to the employee.
when properly composed, can help prevent legal difficulties caused by employee or employer misunderstandings.
Offer Letter
Some employers believe offer letters should be used only for managerial positions, but to avoid difficulties, all employees should have signed offer letters in their personnel files.
Components
Employee Manual
In most cases, the offer letter will not detail all of the policies and procedures to which the employer and employee agree.
The topics covered by an employee manual will vary from one organization to another.
Employee Manual
In either case, an important point to remember is that employee manuals are often referenced by the courts to help define the terms of the employment agreement if a dispute arises.
some common topic areas include:
General Policies
Compensation
Benefits
Special Areas
General Policies
Probationary periods
Performance reviews
Disciplinary process
Termination
Attendance
Drug and alcohol testing
Uniforms
Lockers
Personal telephone calls
Appearance and grooming
Compensation
Pay periods
Payroll deductions
Tip-reporting requirements
Timekeeping procedures
Overtime pay policies
Meal periods
Schedule posting
Call-in pay
Sick pay
Vacation pay
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Vacation accrual
Paid holidays
Jury duty
Funeral leave
Retirement programs
Duty meals
Leaves of absence
Transfers
Educational reimbursement plans
Special Areas
Policies against harassment
Grievance and complaint procedures
Family medical leave information
Dispute resolution
Safety rules
Security rules
Emergency preparedness
Employee manuals should be kept up to date, and it should be clearly established that it is the employer, not the employee, who retains the right to revise the employee manual.
Many companies issue employee manuals with a signature page, where employees
Under the employment at will doctrine, employers can terminate employees at any time for any reason. This leads to a lack of job security for employees. While employers have significant freedom to hire and fire, employees should still have some basic rights in the workplace such as freedom of speech, right to privacy, and protection from discrimination. When terminating an employee, employers must ensure they are not violating any anti-discrimination or other employment laws.
Retaliation happens when an employee speaks up about unlawful or unsafe workplace conditions or violations. If you or a loved one have been unlawfully retaliated against in the workplace anywhere in Los Angeles, you can count on the team at Mancini & Associates to help you. Their California workplace retaliation attorney Tara J Licata has extensive experience handling complex employment law cases, and she knows what it takes to investigate these claims in order to determine liability.
NYC Employee Retirement Income Security Act Lawyer (ERISA)Greg Mansell
Bring Your ERISA Claim to a Team of Talented New York Employment Lawyers
The New York employment lawyers at Mansell Law are equipped to negotiate a settlement of your ERISA claims and advocate for you at the administrative level, as well as provide solid, professional representation as needed in New York federal courts. For help with denial of long-term disability benefits or other ERISA claims, call Mansell Law in New York City for a free consultation with a team of skilled and knowledgeable ERISA attorneys.
HR compliance update is essential for keeping up with ever-changing laws and regulations. Start 2020 confident you can handle the questions from supervisors, employees, and corporate leaders about employment law changes.
UKVI Compliance seeks to help you through the complex rules of UKVI compliance. There is no safer location to keep your important documents updated and accessible in case Home Office agents arrive unexpectedly or on a scheduled basis. This platform was developed to improve functionality while cutting down on processing time.
This document discusses the importance of employment screening for organizations. It notes that most employers spend more on office equipment than screening prospective employees. However, robust screening prevents risks like hiring dangerous people, liability for negligent hiring, and damage from theft or sabotage. The document provides an overview of common forms of resume and application fraud. It also outlines the business case for screening, including reducing turnover and costs from poor hires. Finally, it discusses regulations around screening and the need for legal compliance.
The document is an employment law newsletter from the law firm Tharpe & Howell. It summarizes three legal cases related to mandatory arbitration clauses, safety programs impact on workers' compensation premiums, and penalties for misclassifying employees. It provides contacts for the firm's labor lawyers to discuss these issues.
Work in Progress - 10th Year Anniversary - Employment Law Update VisualBee.com
The document provides an employment law update covering several topics:
1) The abolition of the default retirement age means employers can no longer force retirement based on age unless objectively justified. This may impact performance management, succession planning, and employee benefits.
2) New maternity and paternity provisions allow fathers to take up to 26 weeks of additional paternity leave in the first year. Employers must update family friendly policies.
3) The Equality Act consolidates previous anti-discrimination laws into a single act. The Bribery Act strengthens anti-corruption laws and requires adequate procedures to prevent bribery.
4) Agency worker regulations provide equal treatment for benefits and opportunities after 12 weeks to
More commonly known as the “Whistleblowers’ Act”, the Protected Disclosures Act 2014 came into force in Ireland on 15 July 2014. Its aim is to protect workers who report wrongdoing in their workplace. The Act provides for a single piece of legislation for the protection of whistleblowers as opposed to the disjointed approach adopted in Ireland to date. What will be the impact on employers?
Employees Privacy Issues And Legal RightsSaad Mazhar
This document discusses employee privacy issues and legal rights in the workplace. It covers several topics:
- Employers have the right to monitor employee computer and phone use, install surveillance cameras, and conduct drug/alcohol testing, but policies should be clear and employees informed.
- Employees have rights to privacy of personal information and possessions. Employers cannot disclose personal details without permission.
- Laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act and Age Discrimination in Employment Act protect employees from certain types of discrimination. The Fair Labor Standards Act governs work hours and wages.
- The document also outlines health and safety regulations employers must follow to ensure clean, ventilated, hygienic work environments for employees.
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2. The hiring process involves recruiting, interviewing, and selecting candidates
for employment. Conversely, the firing process entails terminating an
employee's contract due to various reasons such as poor performance or
misconduct.
Without proper guidance, these two processes can present numerous legal
challenges. That said, many employers hire an employment lawyer in
California to ensure compliance with employment laws.
3. The hiring and firing of employees can involve some legal risks. Here are ten common legal risks
that employers must carefully manage to avoid potential litigation and financial consequences:
Discrimination Claims
Employers must ensure that hiring and firing decisions are based on job-related criteria and not
discriminatory factors such as race, gender, age, or disability, to avoid allegations of
discrimination under federal and state anti-discrimination laws.
Wrongful Termination
Terminating an employee for unlawful reasons, such as retaliation for whistleblowing or
exercising legal rights, can lead to wrongful termination claims and legal liabilities for the
employer.
Common Legal Risks Associated With Hiring and Firing
Practices
4. Breach of Employment Contracts
Failing to comply with contractual obligations, whether explicit or implied, can result in breach of
contract claims from employees, especially if termination procedures deviate from contractual
terms.
Violation of Labor Laws
Employers must adhere to applicable labor laws and regulations governing aspects such as
minimum wage, overtime pay, and employee classification to avoid violations and potential
penalties from regulatory agencies.
Retaliation Allegations
Retaliating against employees for engaging in protected activities, such as filing complaints or
participating in investigations, can result in retaliation claims under various employment laws,
including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
5. Failure to Provide Notice or Severance
Depending on state laws and contractual agreements, employers may be required to provide
advance notice or severance pay to terminated employees. Failing to fulfill these obligations can
lead to legal disputes and financial liabilities.
Negligent Hiring Claims
Employers can be held liable for damages resulting from hiring employees with a history of
misconduct or criminal behavior if they fail to conduct adequate background checks or ignore red
flags during the hiring process.
Violation of Privacy Rights
Employers must respect employees' privacy rights and comply with laws governing the collection
and use of personal information to avoid invasion of privacy claims, including during background
checks and workplace surveillance.
6. Misclassification of Employees
Incorrectly classifying workers as independent contractors rather than employees can lead to
legal challenges, including claims for unpaid wages, benefits, and tax liabilities.
Failure to Document Properly
Inadequate documentation of hiring and firing decisions can weaken the employer's defense in
legal disputes and expose them to liability, including:
Performance evaluations
Disciplinary actions, and
Termination notices.
That said, employers must maintain accurate and comprehensive records to mitigate these risks
effectively.
7. Employee Protection Laws
Navigating the complexities of employee hiring and firing requires a thorough understanding of
the legal framework governing these processes. Here are ten key employment laws that
employers must comply with:
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
Prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
Employers must ensure that hiring and firing decisions are made without regard to these
protected characteristics.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities during the hiring process and prohibits discrimination against them in employment
decisions.
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)
Protects individuals aged 40 and older from age-based discrimination in hiring, firing, and other
employment practices.
8. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards, which employers must
comply with when hiring and compensating employees.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Grants eligible employees the right to take unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and
medical reasons and prohibits employers from retaliating against employees for exercising their
FMLA rights.
Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)
Protects the employment rights of individuals who serve in the military, including rights to
reemployment and protection against discrimination based on military service.
National Labor Relations Act (NLRA)
Protects employees' rights to engage in collective bargaining and concerted activities for mutual
aid or protection, as well as their rights to form or join labor unions.
9. Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act
Requires certain employers to provide advance notice of mass layoffs and plant closures, helping
affected employees prepare for job loss.
Immigration and Nationality Act (INA)
The INA Act imposes requirements on employers for verifying the employment eligibility of
workers and prohibits discrimination based on citizenship or immigration status.
Employers can ensure fair and lawful hiring and firing practices while protecting the rights of
employees and avoiding legal liabilities. However, they must l stay informed about updates and
changes to employment laws to maintain compliance and mitigate legal risks effectively.
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