When it comes to employment law, employers face many hurdles, from wage and hour issues to discrimination complaints. Moreover, discrimination takes many forms, including allegations of disability discrimination. In some instances, these claims are baseless, but even...
As our community continues to “flatten the curve” and state and local governments begin to relax or remove stay-at-home orders, employers face unprecedented issues as they return to work. Recently, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) highlighted...
The rapid spread of COVID-19 across the United States has a significant impact on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and covered employers. Are you and your company complying with the procedures set forth by the ADA during this pandemic? This blog discusses how...
Age discrimination affects both young workers and older workers. Qualified young job seekers are often overlooked for promotions and higher-up positions because managers believe they are too inexperienced or immature to take on these roles. However, age discrimination...
Under both federal and Kentucky laws, employees have protection if they report harassment and discrimination, or even blow the whistle. This means that the law protects them against retaliation in the workplace. And yet, retaliation is still the most common charge...
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) includes rules about the rights of nursing mothers in the workplace. Employers have obligations to make certain accommodations to make sure workers have what they need to privately and comfortably expel milk for their new babies....
One’s place of employment in Louisville should serve in a similar function as their home: a place of security where they can feel free from any hostility. Not only does that help contribute to strong employee morale, but it also engenders loyalty with employees...
When you decided you wanted to make your living working as a nurse in Kentucky, you probably did so because you have a genuine desire to help others, and you find the nursing field to be particularly rewarding. At , we recognize that you...
Working with independent contractors is a great way to take your Kentucky-based small business to the next level without breaking the bank. That said, you have to ensure that you go about reporting contractor earnings correctly and accurately, so you stay in the IRS's...
Employees in Kentucky and throughout the U.S. are afforded several protections in the workplace. Among these is the right to not have to endure unwelcome or otherwise offensive behaviors or comments at work. To ensure the workplace stays a safe environment, it is...
