In Kentucky, employers generally defend against applications for unemployment insurance benefits from former employees not by hiring outside counsel, but by appointing an individual, usually someone in the HR department, to represent and defend the company in the...
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Do you feel pressured to retire early?
According to a recent study by AARP, more than half of workers older than 50 reported having lost their jobs involuntarily. While some unscrupulous employers may try to force out older employees to avoid paying retirement packages, others want to make honest changes...
Is an employer’s denial of light duty to a pregnant employee a form of pregnancy discrimination?
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit, based in Atlanta, Georgia, will hear a case involving important aspects of the 1978 Pregnancy Discrimination Act, which declares pregnancy discrimination a type of prohibited sex discrimination under federal law. In...
Worker misclassification resulting in IRS, DOL enforcement action
Does your organization employ a lot of independent contractors? Relying on contractors rather than employees is a hallmark of the “gig economy,” and many companies benefit from the arrangement. However, the question of whether a worker is actually an independent...
Appeals court overturns Obama-era ‘joint employment’ rule
When a franchisee violates labor laws, should the parent company be held legally responsible? What if a company that hired temp workers were to violate those workers’ rights? Would that company be liable -- or would the staffing agency be accountable? These are...
Considering a demotion? It could mean a fresh start
Whether you’re an employee looking for a change or an employer seeking a way to retain a solid but underperforming employee, a demotion may meet your needs. The decision, of course, should be treated delicately. The staffing firm OfficeTeam recently performed a survey...
Five potential liabilities at your office holiday party
The office holiday party is just one way employers can show their appreciation for employees’ hard work throughout the year. Hosting such an annual get-together gives back to those that have contributed to the company’s success, boosts morale, and creates a...
