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Salaried Employees: How Many Hours Can They Work?
By Aditi Mukherji, JD | Last updated on
If your employees are salaried, how many hours can they work? And are salaried workers ever entitled to overtime pay? The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) does...
Electronic Payments Can Be Risky Business
By Betty Wang, JD | Last updated on
Electronic payments are increasingly common these days, but that doesn't mean they don't come with risks for small businesses. When it comes to payment...
7 Twitter Mistakes Small Businesses Should Avoid
By Betty Wang, JD | Last updated on
There are many Twitter mistakes that small business owners should be wary about making. Some are more obvious than others. Even though Twitter may seem fun and...
Legal to Fire Over Tattoos, Piercings?
By Aditi Mukherji, JD | Last updated on
From shoulder wings to plugs, tattoos and piercings are quite the rage. But is it legal to fire people for having tattoos or piercings? Despite their growing...
For Employers: 5 Red Flags to Spot on Resumes
By Betty Wang, JD | Last updated on
For many employers, red flags on a job applicant's resume are the only thing they'll look for. After all, spotting red flags is an easy way to weed out...
Unpaid Interns Strike Back: Gawker, NBC Sued
By Aditi Mukherji, JD | Last updated on
It's not just movie studios facing unpaid intern lawsuits. Now Gawker Media and NBC Universal are being sued by ex-interns as well. The new lawsuits are...