Texas is considered an “at-will” employment state, meaning an employer can terminate an employee for any reason – no matter how trivial or irrational – or for no reason at all. Termination can happen at any time during an employee’s employment and for any legitimate purpose, which makes proving wrongful termination difficult. There are some […]
Business litigation encompasses defending or resolving legal disputes between companies and other parties. In many instances, it is used to describe defending companies accused of misconduct or being sued for a variety of reasons. A business litigation lawyer is a legal professional who is able to manage both minor and significant legal concerns, including lawsuits, […]
In a world where everything is available on the internet, NFTs are the answer to creating technical scarcity. NFTs have allowed new types of digital goods to be created that give users the opportunity to purchase or sell unique, digital items. What is an NFT? A Non-fungible token. Non-fungible means that each token is unique […]
Employment laws are dynamic and constantly change based on government agencies and courts issuing new rulings and legal interpretations. Lawsuits brought by former and current employees can result in significant financial and other damages being awarded to a plaintiff or plaintiffs at the expense of an employer, which can put a company at risk. While […]
The term ‘independent contractor’ is used widely; from popular ridesharing platforms to food delivery apps and many other services, contract work has become particularly popular when it comes to employment. With the increase in use of contract workers, it’s important for those considering hiring an independent contractor to know what should be included within an […]
As many workplaces weigh the pros and cons of returning employees to a physical office during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, employee vaccination has quickly become a top concern. Employers and employees alike wonder if vaccination will be required in order for workers to return to physical office space, as well as what the associated costs will be and who will bear them. While each workplace and its policies are unique, it’s important to examine the legalities of requiring COVID-19 vaccinations in the workplace.
As businesses continue to struggle as we enter into a new year, many are looking for new ways to survive amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Retailers who operate out of brick-and-mortar stores in particular are concerned that commercial real estate will be crippled by the impact of the pandemic. Because of this, many have turned to pop-up retail options in order to maintain their physical storefronts as online sales soar.
The modern workplace has become a hub for various technological advancements across many different industries. Companies have adapted to having better computer systems, as well as more advanced cybersecurity measures than ever before. Despite the advantages afforded by these changes, some businesses have used technology to illegally monitor employee activity. Such is the case for tech giant Google, which is in hot water with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) for illegally spying on its employees before terminating them.
2020 has proven to be a challenging year for all types of businesses. While many aspects of business operations have changed in order to incorporate COVID-19 safety protocols, one thing hasn’t – equal employment opportunity (EEO) compliance. Understanding how to ensure a business is EEO compliant is incredibly important for business owners at any stage […]
Purchasing a franchise has become one of the more popular business models in the United States – as well as globally – in recent years. According to research from Statista, in 2019 alone, the economic output of franchise establishments within the U.S. totaled roughly 787.5 billion dollars. With this in mind, it’s no wonder franchising […]
