The term 'hostile work environment' is often used loosely, but not all unpleasant work situations qualify. To be legally considered hostile, the behavior must be severe, pervasive, based on a protected characteristic, and harmful to the employee.
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Read MoreThis fall, California enacted two new bills, SB 699 and AB 1076, that further strengthen California’s stance against non-competes. Both new laws will have significant impacts for businesses. Employers should take heed of the newly strengthened laws and review any contracts in which they attempt to place restraints on employee mobility.
Read MoreBracketing in mediation, in its many forms, can add another sophisticated and flexible negotiating tool to resolve difficult disputes.
Read MoreSide hustles may not pose a problem for the primary employer: such as when employees take up freelance or consultancy work, and when the subject matter of the side hustles--also known as outside employment, side gigs, and moonlighting--are different from the primary employer’s line of work. However, side hustles become an issue when the second job is connected closely to the primary job.
Read MoreProfessional coaching skills can be used in the mediation context as a disruptive process to effectuate conflict resolution. Coaching skills clarify different perspectives, promote active listening, and allow for creative and satisfying solutions in mediations.
Read MoreOne-on-one sensitivity training holds the power not just to put a band-aid on an employment problem, but to work from the root cause up to provide deeper and longer-lasting results.
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