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The Importance of Conducting Quality Workplace Investigations

Tue November 5, 2024 Business

A well-run workplace investigation can facilitate in-house resolution and remove the risk of litigation. For example, under the Faragher-Ellerth defense, an employer may remove or limit the risk of liability for claims of unlawful workplace harassment by showing it exercised “reasonable care” to prevent and promptly correct the alleged misconduct […]

Key Provisions for Every Employee Handbook

Mon September 9, 2024 Business

*Note: This article is directed to businesses in a non-union setting. Every employer, no matter how small, should have an employee handbook even if it is only a few pages. A handbook provides the basic understanding between the employer and employee and, as such, it can reduce inconsistencies, misunderstandings, and […]

EEOC Issues Guidance to Prevent Harassment on Construction Worksites

Mon August 5, 2024 News

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has issued new guidance to help prevent harassment at construction worksites. The guidance is based on the findings and recommendations of the EEOC’s Select Task Force on the Study of Harassment in the Workplace. It offers practical advice and examples for creating an inclusive […]