Tag: Employee

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November 12, 2024
In a landmark decision, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has significantly restricted what employers can say to workers about the potential impacts of unionization. This ruling overturns a 40-year-old precedent and establishes a higher standard for lawful communication, requiring statements to be strictly fact-based and devoid of any coercive undertones. The case, which involved a national hospitality chain, addressed statements made by managers that implied unionizing could harm employees' direct relationship with management or lead to adverse changes in benefits. The Board determined such statements could subtly pressure employees to avoid unionizing, even if they stopped short of explicit
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October 10, 2024
Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) are increasingly popular as a means of employee compensation and corporate finance. They offer unique benefits by aligning the interests of employees with those of shareholders, thereby potentially enhancing productivity and company loyalty. However, setting up and maintaining an ESOP involves navigating a complex web of legal considerations. This essay outlines key legal aspects of ESOPs, including regulatory compliance, fiduciary duties, and tax implications.
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November 6, 2023
The success of any organization hinges on its ability to not only attract but also retain top talent. Success is not just about hiring the right people; it's about keeping them motivated, satisfied, and committed to their work. A key to this point is “employee engagement.”
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March 9, 2023
Employee non-compete agreements have long been a contentious issue in many states, with some arguing that they protect businesses' intellectual property and prevent employees from sharing trade secrets, while others argue that they limit an employee's ability to work in their chosen field and stifle competition. In California, however, the enforceability of employee non-compete agreements is heavily restricted.