Employment Matters

With workplace sexual harassment dominating news headlines for the last month, it may be a good time for employees and employers to reconsider the topic and how it may …

After one of the most divisive presidential elections, political talk is dominating our lives. There is no doubt that politics can be a controversial topic, especially in the workplace. …

In less than two weeks, Ohio law regulating the carrying of concealed handguns will drastically change. This change stems from Senate Bill 199, which was passed by the Ohio …

We live in a world full of distractions.  Your phone rings, your emails constantly flow, and people are sending you text messages.  There is an increasing demand in your …

If you’ve been following our blogs, you’re aware that the U.S. Department of Labor was set to increase the limit for overtime.  Previously, the law was that “white collar” …

Who are they? The Millennials, born between 1980-1995, currently at the ages of 18-35. There are approximately 75.4 million of them, comprising 34% of the U.S. job market. The …

The distinction between employee and independent contractor is difficult for even a seasoned employer. It is also a touchy subject that gets a lot of employers in trouble.  The …

The U.S. Supreme Court recently declined to hear a case from a lower court’s decision to uphold a new rule that requires home healthcare worker to be paid overtime, …

Rising Litigation Trends in Family Responsibilities Discrimination As more parents continue to work while raising their children and the baby boomer generation gets older, discrimination in the workplace based …

Last November, Ohioans went to the ballot to vote on Issue 3, a controversial referendum that would allow adults widespread access to medical and recreational marijuana.  Voters conclusively rejected …

Ohio Senate Bill 268 was introduced February 1, 2016, and aims to change Ohio’s employment discrimination laws in a number of ways. The Ohio Chamber of Commerce states that …