The Interesting World of Contract Work: Benefits and Takeaways
- posted: Sep. 24, 2015
- Employment Issues, Employment Law, Labor Law, Business, Wage & Hour
In recent years the labor market has experienced a large influx of independence, both for employers and workers, through the increase in use of contract workers. Many individuals who were Read More
Much Ado Uber Nothing? The Fight Continues
- posted: Sep. 23, 2015
- Civil Litigation, Employment Issues, Employment Law, Business
The latest update in what is turning into an extended legal battle in the California court system is that the drivers suing rideshare company Uber have been authorized to proceed Read More
More Work, More Profit, but at What Cost?
- posted: Sep. 10, 2015
- Employment Law, Labor Law, Business
In August, the New York Times published an article on the “unique” working atmosphere inside one of the country’s largest retailers, which raised some interesting questions. How hard can companies Read More
Mergers & Acquisitions: California Supreme Court Issues Corporate Friendly Insurance Decision
- posted: Sep. 09, 2015
- Business, Mergers & Acquisitions
When companies engage in growth through a merger or acquisition, the intent is to build a stronger entity that will reap bigger benefits for shareholders. There are numerous complex considerations Read More
Uber in the News (Again): Background Checks in the Rideshare Busines
- posted: Sep. 02, 2015
- Employment Issues, Employment Law, Labor Law, Business
The rideshare giant Uber has made news headlines again for its hiring policies. This time, however, it is not because some employee or driver is concerned over their treatment. The Read More
Employee Rights When Facing Mass Layoffs or Reductions in Force
- posted: Sep. 01, 2015
- Employment Issues, Employment Law, Business, Discrimination
No employer wants to lay off large numbers of employees as it is typically a symptom of an economic downturn. Unfortunately, layoffs and reductions in force are a part of Read More
