No business owner wants to be sued. However, the fact is that disputes can and do arise involving employees, partners and third parties, despite efforts to avoid them. As such, it is important for owners to prepare for potential lawsuits. Knowing that there are protocols and resources in place to respond to a legal claim can make it less intimidating…[...]

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Many employers in small- or medium-sized companies hire family members to work for them. Employers might do this as a favor or because they want to hire someone they can trust. Whatever the reason, employers would be wise to protect themselves and the company in the event of a dispute. There are a few ways to do this:  Formalizing agreements.…[...]

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As a business owner, you likely go to great lengths to avoid legal disputes and follow state and federal laws. You may have employment or independent contractor agreements with your workers, and partnership or joint venture agreements with your partners; if there are regulations with which you must comply, you might diligently review them and make any changes necessary to…[...]

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If you are considering taking action against an employee, take a moment to consider if that action could be deemed unlawful retaliation. Employment laws prevent an employer from punishing workers (and even job applicants) for “protected activity” regarding certain rights. Before you act, make sure that you won’t end up in a retaliation pitfall. What is a “protected activity?” According…[...]

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Operating a business in California requires a lot more than finding ways to make money, managing a workforce and coordinating the logistics of delivering a product or service. It also involves knowing and complying with numerous state and federal regulations. When these rules change or new laws are passed, business owners must make the necessary adjustments. Failure to do so…[...]

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As we have mentioned numerous times in previous blog posts, one of the most important responsibilities business owners have is ensuring their company and operations comply with state and federal regulations. This can be easier said than done, however, especially when state and federal laws sometimes seem to say different things. For instance, the trucking industry must comply with Hours…[...]

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In previous posts, we have talked about the various tools business owners can utilize to protect their intellectual property: non-disclosure agreements, patents and copyrights among them. These measures can protect the originality of the work in question and help prevent others from unauthorized use. However, understand that people may still try to copy or recreate your product or service. To…[...]

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In today’s economy, employers are likely to hire or partner with people who are not employees; they may be independent contractors or freelancers. Often, these workers are less expensive to hire and give employers more flexibility with regard to staffing levels. That said, the majority of workers at many companies will be regular employees. As such, it is crucial for…[...]

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Parking may not seem like a serious issue to most motorists. At most, it can be an infrequent, sometimes expensive, headache. However, for those in the trucking and transportation industry, parking is among the most stressful parts of a driver’s job. It is also creating considerable challenges with regard to complying with federal regulations and avoiding financial waste, according to…[...]

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Transportation plays a critical role in today’s workforce, whether people work in the transportation industry or travelling is just a part of their job. As an employer, you probably have in place specific policies related to traveling, from approving expenses to tracking work hours away from the office. These policies can prevent disputes with employees and lawsuits, so it is…[...]

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