Employment law encompasses every aspect of the employee-employer relationship. This includes disability accommodations, workplace safety, benefits, discrimination, wages and overtime, unemployment compensation, and much more. There are many laws that cover employment and it’s important to understand them, and your rights as an employee. Let’s discuss employment law in Northern Virginia. What is Employment Law?… Continue reading Understanding Employment Law Northern Virginia
With the predicted economic downturn, many white-collar office workers should be concerned. This will be different from the coronavirus recession that we experienced. Here’s what you need to know about how inflation and layoffs will impact white collar workers. Mild Recession A large number of economists expect a mild recession to materialize in 2023 and… Continue reading How Inflation and Layoffs May Impact White Collar Workers
Historically, Virginia relied on the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) to govern overtime obligations. However, in March of 2021, Virginia passed its first stand-alone overtime law. This act went into effect on July 1, 2021 but was amended in April of 2022. The newest revisions went into effect on July 1, 2022. The 2022… Continue reading Understanding Changes to Virginia Overtime Laws
Are you or your employees subject to a “non-compete” agreement? Are you aware of recent changes in Virginia law limiting the use of non-compete agreements? If not, be sure to review our blog posts from 2020 covering those changes: An Overview on New Virginia Laws that Impact Employers Important New Employment Laws in Virginia START… Continue reading Proposed Non-Compete Regulation Change
Reasonable workplace accommodation in Virginia refers to a workplace adjustment that is made to assist an individual with a proven medical need. Employers may be asked to accommodate certain needs related to physical or mental health disabilities or religious beliefs. These workplace accommodations must help the employee perform his/her job and must not be prohibitively… Continue reading Guide to Reasonable Workplace Accommodation in Virginia
Good legal advice and counsel are “value added” to any small, medium, and large business. Counsel can manage risk and spot and eliminate problems BEFORE they occur, conserving corporate resources for more productive use. For example, your Counsel can help: Avoid and manage employee disputes Craft compensation plans Draft employee handbooks and company policies Handle… Continue reading Outside General Counsel – Legal Counsel for Your Business
Many people will need an attorney at some point in their lives. Whatever the reason, here are some things to consider when choosing a Northern Virginia Law firm. Experience Does the attorney have experience with cases like yours? Choose an attorney who specializes in the legal service you need. This attorney will know all the… Continue reading Tips for Choosing a Northern Virginia Law Firm
ADA compliant website claims can arise from websites that are seen as discriminatory towards people with disabilities. Whether you are currently facing a claim, or looking to protect your company from future claims, its important to speak to an attorney. Understanding the laws and having an experienced attorney on your case will help you ensure… Continue reading Guide to ADA Compliant Website Claims
Sexual harassment and gender discrimination still occur in workplaces, including here in Virginia. These actions are serious and should not be tolerated. Here’s how a gender discrimination lawyer in Virginia can help. What is Gender Discrimination? Any discriminatory practice based on an individual’s sex or gender falls under gender discrimination and sex discrimination. Quite often,… Continue reading Gender Discrimination Lawyer in Virginia
What do you do if you are falsely accused of sexual harassment? There are a few things you can do to defend yourself. Here’s what you need to know as an executive accused of harassment. Sexual Harassment Sexual harassment can cause serious problems in the workplace. It comes in many forms, not just quid pro… Continue reading Executives Accused of Harassment Defense Guide
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