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Talking politics at work – why it’s a bad idea and how to prevent it

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When employers are – and aren’t – legally allowed to limit political discussions in the workplace. Check with your legal counsel to confirm whether the locations where you operate are among them. When in doubt about what’s legally allowed, seek outside counsel from your legal team.

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COVID-19 vaccinations for employees: Can employers mandate it?

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In this article, we will: Provide links to federal guidelines on the topic Consider possible pros and cons of requiring vaccines for employees Outline four common approaches Explore exceptions employees may seek to vaccination mandates Identify five potential legal issues related to the topic. Incentivizing vaccines. Recommending vaccines.

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COVID-19 pandemic: How to prepare your business

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Because public health conditions can change rapidly, it’s critical for employers to know: How to help protect employees and customers How to continue business operations during a pandemic How to rely on official sources to stay informed How to manage and mitigate organizational risks How to navigate potential legal issues that may arise.

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Corporate social responsibility 101: Everything you need to know

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A company may be an inanimate legal entity, but it’s made up of humans and behaviors. False information can damage your company’s credibility or put your organization at legal risk. Typically, the parties with most seniority and veto power – legal professionals and executive leadership – conduct final reviews. Write the report.

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Musk’s $56 billion pay package: What are the legal hurdles?

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Tesla shareholders will vote on June 13 to ratify Elon Musk’s $56 billion pay package , which a Delaware judge voided in January because she found he improperly controlled the process. They will also be asked to approve moving the company’s legal home to Texas from Delaware. The shareholder legal team requested $6 billion.

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Employee or contractor? 6 common mistakes when classifying workers

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To help you figure out whether your workers are classified correctly, we’ll cover: Basic legal resources and information you need to know Who enforces the law on worker classification, and what happens if you’ve misclassified workers (either intentionally or unintentionally) The most common mistakes you should avoid to stay out of trouble.

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Rupert Murdoch’s media empire battle: Legal experts explain all about trusts

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The legal dispute played out behind closed doors for months, and it might have stayed there if the Times hadn’t obtained a sealed court document shedding light on the conflict. The people who hold the legal title to the property in the trust are called “trustees.” The saga shows the ways that trusts can protect a family business.

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