Navigating Workplace Employee Disputes

Tips for avoiding and addressing conflict

October 4, 2019

Given today’s increasingly diverse workplace, an employee conflict could create potential legal liability for the employer.

Addressing Profanity in the Workplace

Employers Need to Carefully Consider Their Responses to Profane Language in the Workplace

Richard D. Alaniz

January 19, 2015

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When employees curse excessively in the workplace, or even a little bit, some companies may want to use their own “f-word” — as in “firing.” Others may barely notice, and some may not want to deal with it. Yet employers need to carefully consider their responses to profane and obscene language in the workplace.

A Narrower Definition of ‘Supervisor’ Aids Employers

Supreme Court Ruling Helps Limit Liability

Richard D. Alaniz

August 19, 2013

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On June 24, 2013, the United States Supreme Court narrowed the definition of who qualifies as a “supervisor” for the purposes of harassment cases. This holding is a significant win for employers and affords opportunities for employers to limit their liability when harassment claims are made.

Tips to Avoid a Post-Holiday Party Sexual Harassment Charge

Richard D. Alaniz

November 19, 2012

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For many companies this time of year means planning the annual holiday party. This is not as simple as it seems. When employees cut loose at company-sponsored functions, the results can lead to sexual harassment charges and other liability issues.

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In this issue, we take a comprehensive look at the future of social media, SEO, apps, and more and how they can affect your contracting business. We also look at new home automation and zoning products and trends that will benefit your customers in terms of comfort and convenience.

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