Quick answer: To attract new talent while managing wage expectations, lead with what money can’t buy: workplace flexibility, growth opportunities, strong culture, and a fast, respectful hiring process. Research shows...
Quick answer: The most common HR headaches for small businesses are labor law compliance, employee retention, payroll accuracy, workplace conflicts, and missing company policies. You can fix them with annual...
Quick answer: Inconsistent employee handbook enforcement happens when business owners apply company policies to some workers but not others. This practice invites discrimination lawsuits, sets risky legal precedents, erodes employee...
We are thrilled to announce that our law firm has been recognized as a Platinum Level 2026 NM Family Friendly Business! This prestigious designation highlights our unwavering commitment to fostering a...
A major regulatory initiative to ban most noncompete agreements nationwide has come to a halt. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has withdrawn its appeal of a federal court ruling that...
This is an update to an earlier blog published on October 23, 2024 Misclassification can be expensive for your business. In today’s economy, where many workers desire flexibility through what...
Most everyone is aware of the turmoil gripping the federal government right now. Maybe you’re directly impacted by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and its cuts to government ranks,...
Misclassification can be expensive for your business. In today’s economy, where many workers desire flexibility through what is commonly called “gig work,” it is critical for employers to know whether...
Failure to adhere to the rules could be costly to your business. The Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) is a federal law that protects workers by establishing overtime pay requirements....
Hiring the right employee is crucial for any business, but sometimes, someone who looks perfect on paper ends up being a poor fit. Social media can be a powerful tool...
In February 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) issued its decision in McLaren Macomb, holding that confidentiality and non-disparagement clauses commonly found in severance and settlement agreements may be...
Senior Attorney Ian Alden has been invited to speak at this year’s Annual NMDOT Conference in Albuquerque, NM October 18-19. He will be discussing Updates to Independent Contractor vs. Employee...
