Many news headlines today highlight the actions of people reporting or calling attention to unethical or even illegal behaviors and decisions on the part of their employers or colleagues. These events may relate to private companies, non-profit organizations, public...
Month: April 2020
How do I know if my employer should pay me overtime?
As a Michigan hourly employee, your employee must pay you overtime pay when you work over 40 hours. Some employers may skirt the regulations because they misclassified your work time or failed to include it at all. Your employer must pay you the right amount for any...
Examining pregnancy-related workplace protections
Pregnancy certainly comes as welcome news for couples looking to grow their families. There are some in Birmingham, however, who may say that such notices spell bad news for employers. Having an expectant mother on staff means time off for the delivery of the baby and...
Appropriate use of non-solicitation agreements
It is not uncommon for companies to have their employees sign contracts that attempt to protect their confidential information or business strategies and plans. These contracts may include nondisclosure agreements, also called confidentiality agreements. Depending on...
Federal and state whisteblower laws
Every person who works for a company should know and trust that they have the right to stand up to injustice, unethical or illegal behaviors or activities when they witness or become aware of them. Regardless of an employee's position in an organization, the ability...
Business debt and foreclosure actions
If you are the owner or an executive of a business that is struggling to keep up with its mortgage debt, you know the serious concern this puts on you. Many things may play a role in the temporary loss of business income that can contribute to the inability to make...
Will I have problems liquidating business assets?
If you face a possible foreclosure of your business property, you may explore available options to raise cash. Some businesses can avoid foreclosure by selling off some of their assets to meet their mortgage payments. As you explore this option, keep in mind that...
