Archive for November, 2007

The Truth About Alcohol at Office Parties

November 30, 2007 at 11:38 am by: Georgia Employment Law Letter

‘Twas the night of the office party, and all through the houses,
Employees were getting ready, and so were their spouses.
Ties were knotted and straightened with care.
Women put on dresses and combed through their hair.
The children were ready, all showered and fed
And continued to play Xbox until it was time for bed.
A kiss on the cheek, [...]

Tips for Creating Sound Documentation to Avoid Lawsuits by Employees

November 2, 2007 at 8:55 am by: South Carolina Employment Law Letter

Although there’s no sure-fire method to prevent a disgruntled employee from filing a lawsuit against an employer, there’s a readily available tool that can help you defeat the majority of lawsuits: documentation.
Employment lawsuits often are won or lost on the soundness and completeness of an employer’s recordkeeping practices. Here are a few tips to ensure [...]