Hiring your first employee in Canada feels exciting and heavy at the same time. You carry new responsibility. You must pay people on time. You must follow tax rules. You must keep records that stand up to audits. This guide ...
Wrongful termination occurs when an employee is fired for illegal reasons, such as discrimination, retaliation, or breach of contract. Employees have certain rights under the law to protect them from wrongful termination. Understanding these laws and your rights as an ...
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including employment. The ADA was signed into law on July 26, 1990, and has since been amended ...
Non-compete agreements are a common feature of employment contracts. They are designed to protect employers’ interests by preventing their employees from working for competitors or starting their own competing businesses. However, the enforceability of these agreements can be a subject ...
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is a federal law that establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor standards for employees in the private and public sectors. The FLSA was enacted in 1938 to protect workers from unfair ...