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...
No matter how large your medical knowledge may be, it is easy to get confused about the legalities of certain financial situations. Some issues, including kickbacks and self-referrals, can create legal challenges. The Stark Law in particular is important to be aware...
Many people may use their investments to help provide for their family's future. When stockbrokers are not honest, people may experience financial losses. It is important for people to recognize different types of securities fraud so they can protect themselves and...
Where and how to invest your money requires careful consideration. Planning for a well-provisioned life and retirement is no mean feat. That’s why the person you choose to help you invest your hard-earned income must, first and foremost, be a trustworthy individual....
Accountants serve an essential purpose to business owners. They keep financial records organized, ensure taxes are paid correctly, and generally handle complex financial matters that require particular expertise. However, it is equally important that accountants...
An important part of starting a new business is establishing your brand identity. This often involves creating a trademark to identify your goods and services and protect you from infringement by other companies. A trademark often consists of a brand name and/or...
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....
When a loved one wrote a last will and testament, they may have named you as executor of the estate. While you may feel honored to have that title, what exactly does an executor do? When someone passes away, probate can take several months to resolve. Executors take...
There is a delicate balance that must be struck for employers and employees between working efficiently and not being overworked. It stands to reason that employers do not want to pay employees who are not working, but also that hungry or tired workers may not be the...
