Employers are responsible for protecting the health and safety of their employees. Over the past few decades several health and safety laws have been passed to ensure the safety of workers and protect them from hazards in the workplace. The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 requires employers to provide a workplace that is [...]
In the current harsh economic climate the one thing on everyone’s mind, both business owners and individuals, is money. Cash flow, debt repayments and investment losses to name just a few, along with “how we are going to dig ourselves out of this financial rut that we are stuck in?” And yes, whilst money is [...]
Many workers are members of labor unions. A labor union is an organization of workers, usually working for the same employer at the same workplace. Labor unions try to get a “collective” contract for their workers. The laws governing labor unions are very complicated. Therefore, if you are faced with a union “organizing” drive at [...]
A few months ago the Federal Government announced that it would be introducing a guarantee on all deposits held in Australian banks, building societies and credit unions. For those who have their money invested in various bank deposit products, this was welcome news and went a long way to easing some of the uncertainty brought [...]
It does not matter how big or small your company is. When you have employees who work for you, you are in danger of lawsuits every minute of every day. That is how dangerous it can be for you and your company. That is how important Employer’s Liability Insurance is. It not only protects every [...]
If you are looking for information on trailer levelers, you are in luck! Here’s a review of sorts about different types of trailer levelers: 1) BAL heavy-duty trailer leveler – it takes the form of a scissor jacks. Guaranteed to support your trailer, this product is adjustable to any height you want. Most people would [...]
Living in an RV does not excite all who contemplate this lifestyle. For some it is downright scary. We full timed for years and had a ball. Such as…How can you possibly carry all the stuff you need?…If you insist on a certain pot to boil pasta… and another similar pot to make soup…and a [...]
The federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requires large employers to permit employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave if they become seriously ill, have complications due to pregnancy, become a parent, or need to care for a family member who has a serious health condition. Not all employees are entitled [...]