You know that you’re the target of discrimination by your team leader, manager or employer – but the other parties involved in this situation are being careful. They’re working hard to avoid a “paper trial” that could come back to haunt them, so most of what they’ve...
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5 tips for negotiating an employment contract
Specific tips for negotiating an employment contract are available. Knowing these can help you achieve the desired outcome. Here, you will find the top tips for negotiating an employment contract successfully. 1. Understanding your value Before entering negotiations,...
Noncompete agreements have been banned by the FTC
In the past, some workers have been asked to sign noncompete agreements. These agreements generally specify that the worker can’t leave the company and then quickly start a competing business, nor can they leave the business and immediately start working directly for...
What does it mean when an employment contract has a golden parachute?
Most employees are not working under employment contracts. They have simply agreed to work at a business for an hourly wage. But they could be fired at any time, and they could also quit whenever they want. In other cases, though, especially those involving executive...
Discrimination in the workplace based on religion
It's unlawful for employers to discriminate against employees based on religion. Employers must treat employees of all religious beliefs equally. Here is what to know about this matter: What is religion? Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 provides a broad...
Negotiating a better deal as an executive employee
Whether you are renegotiating your current deal, or attending interviews to work for a new company, it’s important that you obtain an employment contract that you are happy with. How can you negotiate the best possible deal? Negotiating an executive compensation...
Is it better to work for a small business or a large corporation?
As an employee, you do need to decide what type of business you’d like to work for. Some people are more attracted to small, local businesses, while others are drawn to major corporations. The truth, of course, is that there are pros and cons to both. Let’s examine...
Wrongful termination in Ohio
Wrongful termination can be straightforward - being fired for an illegal reason. However, it may not be that straightforward in an at-will state like Ohio. In the state, an employee or an employer can terminate employment for any reason that is not contrary to the...
What’s an exclusive use clause in commercial real estate?
When you sign a rental agreement on a commercial property, you want to make sure that you get what you’re paying for – and that means paying close attention to your contract and any use clauses. A “use” clause in a commercial real estate contract basically sets the...
What’s a retention agreement?
Employees may come and go – but that doesn’t mean that employers like this reality. It’s estimated that replacing an employee costs an employer somewhere between six months and two years' worth of their salary. That’s why some employers will offer certain employees a...