Recent Topics

• An Employee's Guide to Probationary Employment

  By Sachi Barreiro, Attorney, University of San Francisco School of Law

  Learn what a probationary period is and what legal effect it has. ...

• Best Practices for Terminating an Employee

  By Michael Morra, Attorney

  No one likes the idea of firing an employee. Unfortunately, it's unavoidable for most business owners and managers. ...

• Can an Employer Be Held Liable for an Employee's Illegal Act?

  By Michael Morra, Attorney

  Depending on the circumstances, an employer can be held liable for the harm that results from an employee’s illegal act. This is true even if the employer did not participate in the wrongf ...

• What Are the Benefits and Risks of Employment Contracts?

  By Lisa Guerin, ​J.D., Boalt Hall at the University of California at Berkeley

  Learn when it makes sense to create an employment contract with your company's employees. ...

• Drug and Alcohol Testing During Employment

  By Lisa Guerin, ​J.D., Boalt Hall at the University of California at Berkeley

  Your state might restrict your employer's ability to drug test employees. ...

• Does Your Employee Handbook Compromise At-Will Employment?

  By Lisa Guerin, ​J.D., Boalt Hall at the University of California at Berkeley

  Does your company's employee handbook compromise your right to fire employees at will? ...

• Employee Drinking: How to Minimize Your Company's Liability

  By Lisa Guerin, ​J.D., Boalt Hall at the University of California at Berkeley

  If your company serves alcohol at a company function, it could be held legally liable for harm caused by employee drinking. ...

• Legal Issues to Consider When Disciplining Employees

  By Lisa Guerin, ​J.D., Boalt Hall at the University of California at Berkeley

  Avoid legal pitfalls when you discipline employees. ...

• Do Employees Have Any Protections From Being Laid Off?

  Updated by Lisa Guerin, ​J.D., Boalt Hall at the University of California at Berkeley

  While employers are generally free to conduct layoffs at any time, even at-will employees have some protections. ...

• Forcing Flu Shots, Employees and Health at Work

  By Lisa Guerin, ​J.D., Boalt Hall at the University of California at Berkeley

  Find out whether your employer can force you to get the flu shot or any other vaccination. ...