Almost all employers on a regular basis receive calls from a prospective employer requesting information about a former employee.

The federal government, state government, and even local entities, such as cities, can and do issue workplace rules and regulations that require employers to do or not do a myriad of things.

Issues surrounding immigration have been a focal point for employers since the 1986 passage of the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA).

As an editor for Roofing Contractor, I’ve always endeavored to stay neutral when it comes to partisan politics.

It’s clear that employers who utilize contract workers need to review the NLRB decision.

Recent rulings by the NLRB demonstrate a disturbing trend in federal labor law.

The report offers much-needed clarity on how the NLRB views employee-handbook rules.

Employers need to be prepared, have a plan and understand where they may be most vulnerable.

Contractors should always be hiring the same way they are consistently looking for more work.

Balancing competing concerns while staying in compliance with relevant laws can be tricky.