The FFCRA and Distance Learning

While all of us hoped that COVID-19’s impact on our lives would be winding down by now, it’s clear that the viral groundhog saw his shadow and we have a long winter ahead. In addition to all the restrictions and burdens that society was previously dealing with, we now...

Pre-Employment Background Checks

Background checks can create risk, in the form of employment law violations when they are performed or negligent hiring suits when they aren’t performed. The employer is always liable for this risk, even if the check is performed by a vendor. With these facts in mind...

Diversity & Inclusion for Small Businesses

Conversation in America is currently focused on diversity. From the several high-profile deaths in recent months, to the protests occurring across the nation, to the massive response on social media, the message is clear: racism and prejudice should have ended a long...

Returning to Work After COVID-19: Tips & Advice

While the Department of Labor[1], the Centers for Disease Control[2], and Minnesota’s Department for Employment and Economic Development[3] all offer guidance on what businesses must do before they can bring their employees back and open their doors, they offer very...