Most industries have a handful of veterans who have been around long enough to provide immense value. Under the big tent that is the entertainment industry, lies the smaller tent that is the circus. Today’s circus world knows Larry Solheim as a veteran in the...
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What employers can learn from Netflix’s firing policies
Just a decade ago, a little-known company called Netflix pushed boundaries by offering a streaming service in addition to their DVD and Blu-ray rentals. Netflix is now a massive corporation reaching numerous countries around the world.One reason for Netflix’s...
What you should know about starting a business
The entrepreneurial bug is hard to shake. At some point you might want to take your ideas and turn them into reality. Starting a business is an exciting life decision, but it’s no secret that it takes a lot of hard work with high risk. There are many elements...
New York enforces sexual harassment prevention training
After almost a year after the #MeToo movement began, New York has begun implementing its newer policies to minimize the amount of sexual harassment in the workplace. Earlier in the summer, they passed several different laws that focus on nondisclosure agreements,...
Alternative contract dispute resolutions: Avoiding court costs
You and your employer vehemently disagree on the interpreted elements of your signed contract. Perhaps you thought you would receive more pay, better benefits or a longer employment term, and you want to settle the dispute in court.Yet court fees become increasingly...
What you need to know about surety bonds
New York City is always changing and growing. Some buildings are torn down, some are remodeled and some are built new from the ground up. As an NYC construction professional, you understand the demand is there, but that does not mean the process is easy. You must deal...
Your protection against whistleblower retaliation
When companies are publicly traded, it proves essential for organizations to be upfront and honest with business practices and their financial health. When employees discover inconsistencies in organizations, brave workers come forward with crucial information.These...
Standards for overtime in New York
In the United States, working long hours typically comes with a reward. However, the difference between federal and New York state overtime laws can be confusing to understand. Look over these general guidelines for the state of New York to make sure you are being...
Have a strong agreement, no matter the business structure
Are you prepared for every possible mishap your company could encounter? Chances are the answer is no. And that’s just fine, so long as you’ve prepared a plan for some of those potential hurdles.No one can foresee and prevent every possible issue a...
Proactive approaches to prevent workplace harassment
With the #metoo movement gaining momentum every day, what are you doing to keep your business and employees safe? Sexual harassment laws remain the same, but society has become more aware of this behavior and is unwilling to look the other way when it occurs....