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...
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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...
What can you do if you are facing workplace age discrimination?
Many Ohio employers prefer young workers and often want to create a youthful workplace vibe. Unfortunately, that sometimes means they purposely or unintentionally discriminate against older, equally qualified employees. Age-based discrimination is unlawful and may...
What should tipped employees in Ohio know?
As an employee working in Ohio, it's essential for you to understand the tipped wage rules and your rights under state and federal laws. In Ohio, tipped employees are those who customarily and regularly receive more than $30 per month in tips. Consider these points if...
What can you do to solve a partnership dispute?
While a business partnership can result in innumerable benefits, it can also go horribly wrong. That’s something to bear in mind when drawing up a partnership agreement, as it is far simpler to deal with differences when you have already detailed how you will operate...
Are lactating mothers protected from work-related discrimination?
Federal law has safeguarded workers against sex-based discrimination for decades. However, in recent years, it has been made abundantly clear that sex-based discrimination manifests in so many ways that it has proven to be a hydra – as soon as the law chops off one...