How Do You Deal with Problem Employees?
Many workers do their jobs and cause few problems. Nevertheless, some employees do not do their jobs well and cause problems at the workplace. Each problem employee’s nature and situation differs. So, there is no one-size-fits-all solution for every problem employee and his or her situation. However, here are some tips that might assist you…
Read MoreBail Revocation
In the United States, the law presumes that a person charged with a crime is innocent until proven guilty. However, too many people believe that the police would not arrest an innocent person. When charged with a crime and in accord with the presumption of innocence, most defendants are eligible to post a bail bond. …
Read MoreSenators’ New “Anti-Outsourcing” Bill Could Seriously Impact the Number of Foreign Workers Companies Can Employ
If you wish to come to America to work for a specific company, you might apply for an H1-B Specialty Occupation visa or an L-1 Intracompany Transferee visa. These are just two of the options for non-immigrant visas, which are the visas for which you may apply when you are not be planning on becoming…
Read MoreHow Do You Deal with Problem Bosses?
In America, most people work for a company and hold a job. With their paychecks, they pay for food, clothing, shelter, transportation, and other necessities. Most workers answer to bosses. Some bosses cause workplace problems or wreak havoc on the job site. In trying to deal with a problem boss, remember this: Tennessee is an…
Read MoreFair Credit Reporting Act
The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) of 1970 tells how credit reporting companies are to process and maintain your credit information. The FCRA also dictates that credit reporting companies and information suppliers (companies and individuals that supply your credit information to credit reporting companies) make sure that your information is accurate and up-to-date and remains…
Read MoreProtecting Yourself in the Wake of a Call for Stricter Immigration Policies
The 5th Circuit Court has struck down President Obama’s Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Residents Program, better known as DAPA. As we discussed in early November and in August of this year, the plan could have helped millions of people in America stay with their families. The White House can appeal this…
Read MoreEmployee Retirement Income Security Act
Working men and women form the backbone of America’s economy. After World War II ended, large companies were pressured by federal governmental policy and collective bargaining and began offering workers retirement, pension, and healthcare benefits. In 1974 in response to some companies’ practices that harmed workers, Congress enacted the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA)…
Read MoreThe Consumer Protection Act
Almost everyone in America is a consumer. Americans routinely buy, lease, sell, or dispose of goods and services. Most consumer sales or transactions go smoothly, and if an issue arises, the seller or lessor resolves it quickly. Unfortunately, some suppliers and vendors take advantage of consumers, do not treat them honestly or fairly, or lie…
Read MoreWhy Do You Need a Will?
Death is inevitable. Your death will be an emotional and chaotic time for your loved ones. In order to avoid conflict and confusion regarding the disposition of your money and property you leave (who receives what), have a will. A last will and testament (hereafter referred to as a “will”) is a legally binding document. …
Read MoreFair Debt Collection Practices Act
Many people use credit to obtain goods or services – phones, televisions, vehicles, food, gas, meals, and more. Credit may be arranged by a credit card or a loan from a business, a friend, or a relative. Creditors, however, expect that they will be repaid. When debts are not paid timely, lenders send notices to…
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