As the year winds down, Arizona business owners are busy wrapping up projects, closing out books, and trying to get a few quiet days before the holidays. It’s easy to focus on what’s in front of you, like client work, payroll, and planning for the next quarter. Before the calendar turns, it’s worth taking a moment to make sure your business is actually in good standing with the Arizona Corporation Commission.
Read MoreAs the year winds down, many Arizona employees are preparing for annual performance reviews. These meetings can shape your pay, promotions, and even job security. While your employer may frame the review as a casual check-in, it’s also a formal record that can affect your future. Here’s how to approach it with both professionalism and legal awareness.
Read More2024 is a transformative year for pregnant workers, thanks to the implementation of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). This new law, effective June 18, 2024, expands the protections and accommodations available to pregnant employees, ensuring their rights to fair treatment in the workplace. Whether you're currently pregnant, recovering from childbirth, or dealing with related medical conditions, the PWFA is here to support you by requiring your employer to provide reasonable accommodations, so you can work in a healthy and safe environment.
Read MoreIn a significant development for labor law and worker classification in the United States, the Department of Labor (DOL) announced a final rule on Tuesday that revises the interpretation of the Fair Labor Standards Act's (FLSA) classification provision. This rule aims to provide clearer criteria for determining whether a worker may be considered an independent contractor.
Read MoreIn the landscape of workplace equality, the recent case of Stacey Arnold Yerkes against the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) stands as a beacon of justice and empowerment. Yerkes, a gay female, served the Patrol diligently from 1994 to 2018, climbing the ranks to the position of a Criminal Interdiction Training Sergeant. Her story is not just a tale of success but a testament to courage in the face of discrimination.
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