Employment Policies & Practices
We live in an era where the rights of employers to manage employees can seem uncertain, ill-defined and perilous. Employers are legitimately concerned that an innocent offhand statement, well-meaning compliment or humorous remark will be seized upon by those motivated solely by financial gain. Fortunes have been lost by seemingly insignificant and inoffensive statements and actions. Sadly, these employers could have been spared had they only implemented effective employment practices and policies.
At Porter Law Group, we understand the catastrophic financial consequences that can result when employers do not address these issues. As a staunch advocate of California employers, Porter Law Group has developed expertise in preventative measures that employers can take to protect themselves from a variety of risks. Our practice includes the following areas:
Employee Handbooks
At-Will Employment Policies
Employment Contracts
Confidentiality Agreements
Non-Competition Agreements (when legal)
Employee Discipline
Anti-Discrimination Policies
Exempt vs. Non-Exempt Determinations
Illness and Injury Prevention Programs
Overtime and Break Laws
Family and Medical Leave Laws
Drug Testing Policies
Prevailing Wage Issues
Labor Commissioner Claims
Dept. of Fair Employment & Housing Claims
Non-Covered Workers Compensation Claims
Labor Code Section 132a Claims
Labor Code Section 4553 Claims
Arbitration, Mediation and Litigation
If you do not fully understand the topics above, or if you feel you are not adequately protected in these areas, please contact us. We can help you develop policies, procedures in programs to protect your business from avoidable employee claims. Should a claim arise, Porter Law Group will fight it aggressively, working to achieve the best possible result at the least possible expense.