Within the Labor & Employment Advice and Counseling Group at Lewis Brisbois, we talk up a storm. We talk to each other and we talk to our clients, every day, about all the new changes being implemented by state and local lawmakers in many parts of the United States. While every employer, employee, and workplace is different and unique, you can’t help but spot some trends over time. So, what are we talking about, exactly? Here are our top five most-talked-about topics for 2022 – so far.
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Five Things Employment Lawyers Are Talking About (and Maybe You Should Too) Posted on: May 24, 2022 In: Labor & Employment
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Tips for Employers for Compliant Handbook Policies and Practices Posted on: April 19, 2022 In: Labor & Employment
Every employer who has ever faced the seemingly daunting task of preparing an employee handbook or updating existing policies knows how overwhelming the process may seem. From ensuring the policies are exhaustive to analyzing whether they comply with the law in your state, the task may seem like a big project. This post provides some tips for employers when reviewing their policies and procedures.
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Three Steps to Creating Essential Employment Documentation Posted on: October 06, 2020 In: Labor & Employment
One of the first things employment attorneys do when assigned a new litigation matter is request documentation from either their client or opposing counsel, depending on whether they represent the employer or employee. From a defense standpoint, certain documentation is reviewed in every case, namely, the employee’s personnel file and the employee handbook. This post will discuss some best practices employers can follow to ensure optimal documentation for potential later use in litigation.
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In Like a Lion: An Employer’s Guide to Handling Inclement Weather Posted on: March 20, 2019 In: Labor & Employment
Even though it’s March, we’re not out of the woods yet in terms of having to deal with inclement weather. As the Midwest experiences historic flooding, it is reminder that bad weather is always an issue, no matter where you live or what time of year, and now is as a good a time as any for employers to review their handbooks and determine whether they have effective (and compliant) inclement weather policies in place. Here are six things to consider when drafting or updating your inclement weather policy.
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