5 Things You Need to Know About Hiring Contractors
If you're using contractors because they are cheaper than employees, you may be in big trouble. Read more
Employment Law
Think Employment Law Doesn't Apply to You? Think Again
Even small businesses may find themselves subject to employment laws designed to cover big firms. So know the law. Read more
Man Fired for Using Gun to Foil Robbery
A Michigan pharmacist is suing Walgreens after the chain fired him for shooting a concealed weapon during a break in. Read more
Can Workers Be Fired for Facebook Complaints?
Not according to a National Labor Relations Board judge, who ruled that five employees who were fired after complaining about their jobs on Facebook must be re-hired. Read more
Great Bosses Don’t Go Undercover
If you need a disguise to learn the truth about your company, you're doing something wrong. Here's how to do it right. Read more
Recent Employment Law Articles
The Employment Law You Are Probably Breaking
How you pay your employees is governed by federal law. Violating it is easy, so be careful. Read more
8 Tips for Hiring and Managing Interns
Sure, it's nice to help a college kid, but interns can also help your business. Think about it. Read more
I Fired Someone, But He Won't Go Away
When an ex-employee keeps contacting your staff, should you confront him or just let it go? Read more
How to Effectively Handle Legal Action 
Advice on how best to deal with lawsuits from Kay Koplovitz, founder of USA Network, and Scott Gerber, founder of the Young Entrepreneur Council. Watch video
Do You Always Tell Employees the Truth? You Should.
Even if you face something as difficult and stressful as having to close a business, you have only one choice: Do it badly, or do it right. Read more
2 Rookie Mistakes Veteran Entrepreneurs Make
When young entrepreneurs make mistakes, they might get a pass. But veteran entrepreneurs, beware: When we do it, chances are, we're not getting off so easily. Read more
Would You Fire Someone for Blogging About Your Job Offer?
A reporter announces he's gotten his dream job on his blog only to have the company rescind the offer in response. Who's in the wrong? Read more
Making the Most of Your Employee Perks
Do you know how to get the most out of the benefits your company provides? Here's the ultimate check-list. Read more
The Sane Way to Handle March Madness
A NCAA basketball brackets pool is a great way for employees to bond. It can also be a great way for a careless boss to get in trouble. Read more
Hourly Wages? There’s a Lawsuit for That
Chances are, you lack the expertise and tools to navigate the intricate details. Here's how your business might be at risk. Read more
Ask Inc.: Can a New Hire Sign a Non-Compete Later?
Inc.com columnist Jeff Haden is taking your start-up questions. Up this week: How to handle an employee who won't agree to a non-compete. Read more
Would You Fire Someone for Talking to the Press?
A man exercises his right of free speech and gets fired. Read more
What the IRS Wants to Know
Is your independent contractor really an employee? Time to come clean. Read more
Would You Fire Someone for Taking Time Off to Donate a Kidney?
A mother's attempt to save her son spotlights holes in the Family and Medical Leave Act: It doesn't apply to businesses with fewer than 50 employees. Read more
Would You Fire Someone Over a $1.39-Bag of Chips?
A diabetic employee grabbed a bag of chips to stabilize her blood sugar and paid for them as soon as she could. Walgreens fired her. Read more
