There is one word that usually fills employees across the country with dread: layoffs. When a company decides to close stores or plants, downsize, restructure, merge, or file for bankruptcy, many employees usually lose their jobs through no fault of their own. Layoffs have especially been in the news lately, as the following companies have… Read More
Archives for January 29, 2014
Here you can find the most recent employment law news and commentary on cases around the country. If you need assistance with employment law, don't hesitate to call us.
“Love Clause” Raises Eyebrows in Employment Contract
Employers are generally not supposed to concern themselves with the legal activities of employees after work hours. For example, employees are allowed to drink, smoke, or gamble (where it is legal) during off-hours. Furthermore, employees are allowed to join whatever church, temple, or other organization they choose, and are allowed to complain about their jobs… Read More
Worker Classification is a Hot Topic for 2014
When a company hires someone, it must decide whether that person will be classified as an employee or as an independent contractor. Some of the factors used in making this determination include: -Employee: – Employer decides required hours of employment – Employer dictates working conditions and policies – The employer supplies necessary tools and materials… Read More
Whistleblowers Do not Have Free Reign to Take Company Documents
A whistleblower is an employee who reports alleged misconduct within the company, either internally or to external authorities. The misconduct reported usually entails the violation of a regulation or law, such as labor law or health code violations, or other types of fraud or corruption that may affect the public. Both federal and Oregon state… Read More