Expansion of the Applicability of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act
As the cost of living continues to increase, more Americans are working longer and retiring at older ages. Because Americans are working longer, age discrimination becomes a more prominent concern in the workplace. The South [...]
Can an Employer Curb Conversations about Politics in the Workplace?
Traditionally, it has been taboo to discuss religion, politics, and sex in the workplace to avoid controversial and potentially offensive and inappropriate conversations. While this may seem completely sensible, with the country more divided than [...]
Bonus Payments and Employer’s Obligations in South Carolina
November and December bring the holiday season when employees are busy shopping for gifts for family and friends and employers are tallying up the year-end reports. While some employers give employees bonuses throughout the year, [...]
Legal Considerations When Buying or Selling a Business in South Carolina
We frequently receive calls and emails from clients who are buying or selling a business in South Carolina and have last-minute questions about the employment-law consequences of the transaction. A myriad of employment laws may [...]
Wage Withholding – What are a South Carolina Employer’s Rights and Obligations?
As employment lawyers in South Carolina, we receive many questions about wage garnishment. Employers in South Carolina become concerned when they receive a notice to withhold wages from an employee’s check. While South Carolina is [...]
What Steps Can an Employer Take Against Workplace Violence?
Nearly 2 million Americans report having been victims of workplace violence every year. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that 403 people were fatally injured in work-related attacks in 2014. The deadliest workplace violence [...]