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Starting a business in Georgia is exciting. Protecting your company's valuable information is key to success. Consider non-compete agreements as a tool. Georgia law views them differently than other states. This guide gives a basic overview of Georgia's unique stance...
Recent policy shifts under the Trump administration have prompted significant changes in private business employment practices, particularly concerning diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Of particular note, on January 21, 2025, President Trump signed...
Many exceptional employees start as promising hires that you train and nurture. It takes time, money and effort to help them grow into their roles and fulfill their potential. But what happens when other companies try to lure away your best people? You risk losing...
Hiring new employees can be both promising and risky. As a business owner, you probably focus on finding the best person to help your company grow. However, it is just as important to reduce the risks of bringing in someone new. Background checks are useful tools to...
Employers have to carefully maintain relationships with workers and consistently comply with state and federal laws. Failure to follow the law can lead to expensive lawsuits and also damage an employer's reputation as a good place to work. Many successful companies...
Paying workers for overtime can become very costly for a business. Many organizations have no-overtime policies or require pre-approval before workers put in more than 40 hours. Others pay workers salaries so that their wage costs remain static even when overtime is...
Timing is critical when letting an employee go. The “when” in terminating employment is just as important as the reason behind it. As an employer, choosing the most effective time of the week to fire an employee can make or break your legal position. Optimal time for...
It is important for a business owner to formulate strategies that protect their company’s interests. Many of the risks that may hinder business operations may come from internal factors. An employee handbook can help employers communicate with their workers in a clear...
Some employers may overlook specific clauses or statements in an employment agreement based on the situation. It could happen for arrangements that seem less formal than other occupations, but there are policies in place to address crucial components, such as...
To say that trade secrets are important is an understatement. These confidential formulas, processes or information give significant advantage to companies in their ever-evolving market. When an employee commits theft of a trade secrets, it is often a real threat. In...
