Employers in Michigan have a duty to their employees to provide a safe work environment. Without adequate training or management, various unlawful and unfair situations can occur. When it comes to diversity in the workplace, it is wise for employers to set certain standards, but also to avoid unlawful policies and conduct. The following are… [Continue Reading]
Understanding Michigan Non-Compete Agreements
There is a substantial amount of paperwork involved in the on-boarding process for a new employee. One of the documents that a new employee may be asked to sign is a non-compete agreement. Some people do not give a a second thought before signing a non-compete agreement, but for many, that could prove to be… [Continue Reading]
Employee Privacy and Monitoring Electronic Communications
Employer protection of proprietary information, trade secrets, and potential liability can often lead some employers to take steps to monitor the electronic communications of their employees. How an employer chooses to do this may sometimes run afoul of the law, and therefore, employers who want to monitor employee communications have to be careful about how… [Continue Reading]
Independent Contractor or Employee?
When a business makes the decision to increase its workforce, it must also make a decision on how the added workers are to be hired and classified. Generally, a business can choose to hire people as employees or as independent contractors. How the person is classified makes a difference in how the person is paid… [Continue Reading]
Bankruptcy and Job Prospects
Bankruptcy can impact many areas of a person’s life. After the bankruptcy is concluded, the person filing for bankruptcy has to recover financially and build up his or her credit again. This can make buying a home, renting an apartment, and even getting a job in some cases more difficult. Not all jobs require candidates… [Continue Reading]
Employee Handbooks Affect at-Will Employment
Employers are often encouraged to have employee manuals and handbooks that help employees know what is expected of them as part of their employment. Employee manuals and handbooks can be a good way for employees to avoid inappropriate workplace conduct, and understand the limits of their employment relationship. However, in some cases, employee handbooks may… [Continue Reading]
