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Learn From Whole Foods: Don't Overcharge Customers
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
How much do you charge your customers? Be careful. Don't make Whole Foods' mistake and overcharge or you might run into legal trouble. Whole Foods is currently...
Steps to Take Before Firing a No-Show Employee
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
Monday, your employee Bob doesn't show up to work. He doesn't even call to tell you why he won't be in. Tuesday, he's a no show again. Wednesday, you're...
Can I Have a 401(k) If I'm Self-Employed?
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
We have all been told the importance of contributing to a 401(k) as a retirement plan. 401(k)s are great because your employer sends your contribution straight...
Look out for Signs of Employee Drug Abuse
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
A trusted employee has been missing more days of work than usual. His productivity is down and co-workers are complaining about his attitude. In this and...
Is My Business Required to Offer Vacation Time to Employees?
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
Americans work too hard. Many people don't even take vacation time because they don't get vacation pay. When employers do offer their employees the benefit of...
EEOC: Sexual Orientation Discrimination Is Already Illegal
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has ruled that gay, lesbian, and bisexual workers don't need extra protection from discrimination in the...