Employment Practices

It’s critical for any employer to stay compliant with current employment laws. To avoid violations, fines, and expensive disruptions, business owners must know the laws governing the hiring and managing of employees, which change every few years with new state and federal administrations and court decisions. 


I can help you navigate this continuously changing landscape by advising employers on company policies and practices, hiring and disciplinary procedures, and how to protect the company with effective confidentiality, non-competition, and non-solicitation agreements.


With changing workplaces, it’s important to be on the same page with your employees and to be transparent regarding your expectations. Having clear policies regarding commission payments, driving company vehicles, social media use, and working remotely will help avoid misunderstandings and conflict.

 

Employers must also know the numerous laws about workplace discrimination and harassment. I work with your management team to ensure each member is trained to foster a positive environment.


To learn how to effectively work with your employees and to minimize the chance of disputes, contact the Law Office of Wendy Anderson for a consultation today.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is employment practice liability?

    Employment practices liability refers to acts by a company related to how it hires and manages its employees.  Liability to an employee may attach if the company violates state or federal employment laws

  • What is professional liability?

    Professional liability, also called Errors and Omissions, refers to how a professional performs his or her work. Liability to a client may attach is there are errors or omissions in how the professional has performed the services.

  • Is employment practices liability the same as professional liability?

    Employment practices liability and professional liability are not the same thing.  Employment practices liability refers to a company’s actions in hiring and managing its employees, and if it follows state and federal employment laws.  Professional liability refers to how a professional performs his or her work. Liability to a client may attach is there are errors and omissions in performing the professional services.


  • Are non-compete agreements legal?

    In Arizona, non-compete agreements are legal and enforceable if the terms are reasonable and not broader than the employer’s legitimately protectable interests. Each situation is different and Arizona case law helps determine if any specific non-compete agreement is valid.

  • Are non-solicit agreements legal?

    Yes, in Arizona, non-solicit agreements are legal and enforceable.  The Arizona courts have ruled that it is legitimate for a company to take reasonable steps to protect its customers’ information so that others, including former employees, cannot use it to harm the company.