The economic crisis is taking its toll on employers. Businesses large and small are slashing payroll and laying off employees.
Stimulus Package Has Major Impact On Employers' COBRA Responsibilities
February 24, 2009 DBL Law
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, better known as the “stimulus package,” was signed into law by President Obama on
Sweeping Changes to FMLA Will Bring Employers a Busy New Year
December 11, 2008 Kelly Schoening Holden
The United States Department of Labor (DOL) issued final regulations to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) on November
Carefully Crafted Non-Competition Agreements Can Protect Your Client Base
October 20, 2008 DBL Law
One of the most important assets a business has is its client base. Businesses can protect their client bases by
Workplace Retaliation: Rarely Effective, Often Costly
August 8, 2008 Bob Hoffer
Workplace retaliation claims have become increasingly prevalent in recent years. Most federal and state anti-discrimination laws contain retaliation provisions which
How to Properly Say You're Fired
April 11, 2008 Kelly Schoening Holden
Terminating an employee is never a pleasant experience. Employers enjoy handing out pink slips about as much as employees enjoy
Revised I-9 Form Comes With Potential Penalties For Employers
January 11, 2008 Kelly Schoening Holden
After more than a decade since the immigration reform legislation mandating changes, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
No-Match Letters Have Homeland Security Implications for Employers
October 7, 2007 Cathy Stickels
On September 14, 2007, new regulations aimed at addressing the impact of Social Security “no-match” letters on employers are slated
Are My T's Crossed?
August 1, 2007 Bob Hoffer
Northern Kentucky Builder Magazine, August 2007 One of the most common questions from employers is “Can I terminate the employment
Ohio Smoking Ban Clouds Issue of Employee Rights
July 16, 2007 Bob Hoffer
Last November, Ohio voters overwhelmingly approved a law banning cigarette smoke from all public places and “places of employment.” In
Structuring Employment Severance Agreements
July 16, 2007 Kelly Schoening Holden
On April 10, 2007, the IRS issued final regulations interpreting the deferred compensation rules under Section 409A of the Internal
Law Firm Helps Explain Employment Laws
June 4, 2007 DBL Law
From The Community Press, June 4, 2007 Law firm Deters, Benzinger & LaVelle recently hosted an employment law seminar to
Ohio Employers Face New Minimum Wage and Record Keeping Requirements
April 9, 2007 Cathy Stickels
As a result of the November, 2006 general election, Ohio employers must comply with the new minimum wage and record
Wellness Programs Require Healthy Balance to Stay Fair
April 6, 2007 DBL Law
from the Cincinnati Business Courier – April 6, 2007 by James Ritchie It sounds like it would be hard to
Severance Agreements Provide Significant Benefits – If Drafted Correctly
November 6, 2006 Kelly Schoening Holden
Severance Agreements are commonplace due to the tremendous benefits they provide. A severance agreement, if drafted properly, provides a release against
EPL Insurance – Make Sure You Ask the Right Questions
April 7, 2006 Bob Hoffer
Over the last several years there has been a significant increase in the amount of employment claims brought against employers
