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Employee Benefits Law: Required and Optional Benefits for US Employers
- July 15, 2026
- Posted by: allan
- Categories: Employment Law, Tax & Compliance
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US employers face a layered set of legally required benefits obligations and must navigate complex rules when offering optional benefits. This guide explains which benefits are required by law, which trigger the ACA’s employer mandate, and what legal requirements apply to voluntary benefits programs.
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Workplace Harassment Prevention: Legal Requirements and Best Practices for Employers
- July 9, 2026
- Posted by: allan
- Category: Employment Law
Workplace harassment is both a legal liability and a workplace culture issue. This guide explains what harassment law requires, how employers can use the Faragher-Ellerth defense, what training and policy obligations exist, and how to conduct a harassment investigation that holds up to scrutiny.
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Employment Discrimination Law: A Primer for US Business Owners
- July 8, 2026
- Posted by: allan
- Category: Employment Law
Federal law prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and genetic information. State laws add many more protected categories. This guide explains what business owners must know to avoid discrimination claims and respond when they arise.
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ADA and Employment: What the Americans with Disabilities Act Requires of Employers
- July 6, 2026
- Posted by: allan
- Category: Employment Law
The ADA prohibits employment discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities and requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations. This guide explains who is covered, what reasonable accommodation means, and how to handle the interactive process.
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How to Terminate an Employee Legally: A Guide for US Business Owners
- June 21, 2026
- Posted by: allan
- Category: Employment Law
Employee terminations are one of the highest-risk moments in the employment relationship. This guide walks through how to conduct a legally defensible termination — from pre-termination review to final pay, severance, and documentation.
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FMLA Compliance: A Guide for Small Business Employers
- June 20, 2026
- Posted by: allan
- Category: Employment Law
The Family and Medical Leave Act gives eligible employees the right to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year. This guide explains which employers are covered, what leave qualifies, and what obligations apply when an employee requests FMLA leave.
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Non-Compete Agreements: What US Employers Need to Know in 2026
- June 17, 2026
- Posted by: allan
- Category: Employment Law
Non-compete agreements have undergone dramatic changes at both the federal and state levels. This guide explains where non-competes stand in 2026, which states ban them outright, how courts evaluate enforceability, and what employers should include — or avoid — when drafting restrictive covenants.
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At-Will Employment: What US Business Owners Need to Know
- June 16, 2026
- Posted by: allan
- Category: Employment Law
At-will employment is the default rule in almost every US state — but it comes with important exceptions that trip up employers every year. This guide explains what at-will employment actually means, which exceptions apply in your state, and what business owners must do to preserve the at-will relationship.
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HIPAA for HR: Managing Employee Health Information
- June 8, 2026
- Posted by: allan
- Category: Healthcare Law
HR departments handle sensitive employee health information every day, but HIPAA does not apply to most employment-related health data the way many people assume. This guide clarifies when HIPAA applies, when state law governs instead, and how employers should handle employee medical information.
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Employment Agreements for Small Businesses: What to Include
- May 25, 2026
- Posted by: allan
- Category: Business Law
A well-drafted employment agreement protects your business and sets clear expectations for employees. This guide explains the key provisions every small business owner should understand before hiring their next employee.