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Employee noncompete agreements: 7 considerations

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There are many nuances about noncompetes from their legal enforceability to employee perceptions about them that you need to carefully consider. State, not federal, common law governs noncompete agreements, and many states have regulations that limit and affect their use. Legal counsel. Noncompete basics.

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Court-ordered employee wage garnishment: an employer’s guide

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Wage garnishment is a legal procedure in which a court order mandates that the employer withhold a portion of a person’s earnings to pay a financial obligation such as: Child support Tax debt Student loans Consumer or medical debt In the case of bankruptcy. What is wage garnishment? How is the employer notified?

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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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Why are employee handbooks important? Here’s 7 reasons

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It should include company-wide policy statements meant to govern the business. Using a handbook to support HR compliance is important because it helps mitigate risks that could potentially lead to costly legal action in the future. At a minimum, they expect clear communication and fair treatment that meets legal requirements.

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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. It may surprise you to learn that our country’s First Amendment right to free speech isn’t protected in most private companies. Check with your legal counsel to confirm whether the locations where you operate are among them.

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Your definitive guide to employee training: Why, when and how

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If economic conditions, industries, marketplaces, technology and the legal landscape don’t remain static, your employees can’t either – lest they and your company fall behind. In short, there’s always something new for employees to learn that brings value to themselves and businesses. Who needs employee training? Training frequency.

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Should you allow employees to discuss politics at work?

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It may surprise you to learn that our country’s First Amendment right to free speech is protected in public companies and government agencies, but not in most private companies. That’s protected speech since pay relates to your terms and conditions of employment and is legally allowed, no matter how uncomfortable it makes management.

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