Ohio is an at-will employment state. Essentially, this means that an employer can terminate a worker immediately without providing a reason. This also works in reverse, in the sense that an employee can leave their job without working a notice period or offering a...
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What do companies do to prevent discrimination?
Companies are responsible for the safety of their employees. One way this is done is by providing a discrimination-free environment. Federal law prohibits discrimination against someone’s race, gender, color, national origin, health, age and religion. Unfortunately, a...
Know 4 signs of workplace discrimination
Workers have protected rights that grant them safe work environments. One concern workers shouldn’t have to face is discrimination – but, it happens all too often. Discrimination can often be underhanded and subtle. It can help to watch for the following signs of...
4 kinds of workplace retaliation
You may have been with your company for a long time. Everything seemed fine with your work and your coworkers, until recently when you noticed something had changed. Now you have an itching feeling that something isn’t right and you're afraid that your employment is...
5 common kinds of workplace discrimination
Employees have a right to a safe work environment. Safe doesn’t always mean the same thing, but it’s agreed that a safe workplace should be discrimination-free. A discrimination-free workplace means that anyone can work for a living wage without fear for their job or...
Could your employer be violating Ohio wage and hour laws?
When you clock in at your place of work, you always do your job to your employer’s satisfaction. In return, you expect to earn a fair day’s wage. Unfortunately, some employers just don’t want to pay their employees what’s due, despite both state and federal laws in...
Are your contracts clear?
Any party involved in your business, be they employees, partners, shareholders, suppliers or clients, should sign contracts. This ensures you and the other party are protected. However, disputes relating to contracts may arise in the future. A party may breach a term...
3 causes of conflicts with a customer
You can conflict with any party involved in your business, including customers. It's crucial to satisfy your customers, but mistakes can happen, and you can find yourself in a dispute with one, which can potentially lead to a lawsuit. The following are three factors...
Key points to watch for in an employment contract
Some employers require employees to sign a contract before they’re allowed to start working. These contracts are often comprehensive documents that outline the duties and responsibilities for both parties. If you’re asked to sign an employment contract, you must...
Is it better to work for a small business or a large company?
You’re a candidate torn between job offers from two different companies: a small business and a large one. The small business is only a few buildings down the block, making it simple for you to get to work on foot. The large company is five miles away, requiring a...