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Religion and the Workplace
Know what accommodations you're legally required to make when employees need time off work for religious observances.
The Rules on Comp Time
How to determine whether you can give your employees comp time instead of overtime
Do the Right Thing
Business ethics aren't the same everywhere, so stay on the right side of the law.
Starting a Business--and Not a Legal Battle
How to quit your job, compete with your old boss and not get sued in the process
How to Comply With Workers' Comp Laws
Determine if your small business really needs it--and then start doing some research.
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Creating a No-Spouse RuleCan you keep spouses from working together?
How Does the EEOC Fare in the Discrimination Wars?The EEOC just passed a milestone, but we're still striving for workplace equality.
Monitoring Your Employees' E-MailJust how closely can you keep an eye on what your employees are sending and receiving via e-mail?
Office Romances Could Be Bad for BusinessOne person's promotion is another's harassment claim.
Writing an Employee HandbookIt's a big undertaking but one that will protect you. Here's what you need to include.
Legal Regulations and Employee PayMany aspects of how you pay employees are mandated by federal and local laws. Here's a brief primer on some of the rules you need to be aware of.
Establish a Workplace Safety PolicyNot only do you owe your workers a safe workplace, it just makes good business sense.
Discrimination and Sexual Harassment PoliciesIt's imperative that you provide a safe and comfortable working environment for your employees.
What Should Your Personnel Files Contain?Don't get burned by overly personal personnel files.
Are You Liable for Your Employees' Bad Actions?The courts seem to think so.
Monitoring Your Staff's Personal HabitsControversy heats up over off-the-clock regulation.
Classifying Independent ContractorsAvoid independent-contractor snags.