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More Than Meets the Eye: TN Court Finds Arbitration Agreement in Employee Handbook Non-Binding

Best Practices Construction Law

In other words, there is more than meets the eye, a problem that many employers and employees face when a dispute arises. 30, 2022), the Court of Appeals of Tennessee reversed the confirmation of an arbitration award because the so-called arbitration clause appeared in the employee handbook and was not a stand-alone agreement.

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Pay deal for nuclear builders heads-off strike threat

Construction Enquirer

Engineering construction roles at EDF’s seven power stations – Hartlepool, Torness, Heysham 1 and 2, Dungeness, Hunterston Hinkley Point B and Sizewell B -n will in future be covered by the National Agreement for the Engineering Construction Industry (NAECI) guaranteeing the workers’ pay and conditions.

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A Wake-up Message for Employers or An Ounce of Prevention…

FDR Safety

I’m proud of our record in helping clients litigate citations/violations and/or fulfill obligations under informal or formal OSHA settlement agreements. The post A Wake-up Message for Employers or An Ounce of Prevention… appeared first on FDRsafety. For a FREE consultation, please contact us.

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Tax Reform Impact on Employers and Employees

Revit OpEd

The new federal Tax Bill has many provisions that impact employers with respect to their employees. The Tax Bill has many provisions that impact employers with respect to their employees. Drizner and Michael Lobie. Editor’s note : This blog was originally published as a Client Alert by Seyfarth Shaw LLP.

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How to Protect Your Business When Employees Get Poached

Pro Builder

Employers can protect their customer lists, marketing plans, and pricing data from ending up in the hands of competitors by having key employees sign restrictive covenants that prevent them from sharing sensitive or proprietary information. Making the Move to a Competing Employer: Trade Secrets Revealed. Three Most Common Types .

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7 Ways Construction Companies Can Keep Their Workers Safe

Construction Marketing

Despite being one of the leading employment sectors in many countries, the construction industry is one of the most dangerous sectors. As an employer, you should ensure that your construction site offers maximum safety and security standards to its workers. Have a safety standards terms of the agreement (TOA).

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Tips for Enacting Workplace Mask, Vaccine Requirements

Pro Builder

One attorney says it’s been challenging for many employers who struggle to keep up with the rate of COVID developments and mandates. Another attorney told HR Dive that employers should update policies in writing, making it as clear as possible, and consider making the appointment in person or in a meeting. Read More. .