If you are a member of the board for your local homeowner's association (HOA), you probably do a lot of work for your community without much — if any — compensation for your efforts. Some of your work can even be unpleasant, as you may have to issue citations and...
Month: November 2020
Tips for getting people to adhere to HOA rules
In theory, people know all about the HOA rules when they buy a house. They’re agreeing to follow those rules and pay the extra money every month in exchange for everything the HOA provides, such as community amenities and general neighborhood services. In reality,...
Proper timekeeping records can help defend against wage claims
Wages are a cornerstone of any employment arrangement. The people a company hires will expect to receive their compensation in full and on time, and companies can attract the best staff possible by offering competitive wages to skilled workers. Paying employees as...
What you need to know about the differences between arbitration and litigation
Most Florida business owners find themselves either needing to sign or draft contracts as they operate their companies. Many of those agreements outline the procedure one must go through to resolve their differences. The contract may describe alternative dispute...
Do you have to tell someone why you’re firing them?
If you tell an employee that you’re letting them go, the first thing they’re probably going to ask is why you’re doing it. If you don’t tell them or don’t have a reason, they may protest that you have to tell them and that it’s unfair or even illegal not to. Are they...
Distractions for drivers come in 3 forms
It’s clear that distracted drivers are not safe for those around them on the road. They make mistakes, cause accidents and put others at risk when these risks could easily be avoided if they simply paid more attention to the road. Since understanding driving...