Contracting and subcontracting can exist in many arenas, but one of the most common is in construction. If you have ever watched a home renovation show or gone through the excitement of having your own home or business renovated, you have probably heard the terms contractor and subcontractor used. The question is, what is the difference and how much do …
Employment Contracts: Why They Are Important and How You Can Use Them to Protect Your Business.
Hiring new employees is a difficult process. You have to be sure they are properly suited for their position and have a personality and temperament which will suit the work environment you have spent time and effort putting together. This coupled with negotiating benefits, salary, and slotting in time for training in an already busy schedule can seem overwhelming and …
No-Handshake Policy and Other Policies for Businesses to Consider During (and After) Coronavirus
Handshakes, once a key part of professionalism in the workplace and world of networking, may now be a thing of the past due to coronavirus concerns. As more people return to the workplace, business owners are trying to figure out how to best keep their workers and customers safe while still appearing personable and professional. First impressions are especially important …
What is “Ex Parte” Communication?
What does ‘Ex Parte’ Mean and How is it Applied in a Legal Context? Ex parte is one of those annoying Latin phrases lawyers still use, but the common translation is basically ‘one sided’, or ‘for one side’. Ex parte communication is when one party to a case communicates to the court without informing the other party, depriving them of …
Office Space Post COVID-19
Throughout history there have been instances when a singular event changed how we did business..forever. One of my final business courses in college 20+ years ago concluded with my Professor urging us to give careful thought as to what employer we tied ourselves to in the future. “If you work for a company whose way of doing business does not …
The Correct Way to Use a Promissory Note
Promissory notes can be used in many different ways. For businesses, Promissory Notes are often used for short term financing. They can provide small business an avenue to obtain financing when they are unable to qualify for traditional loans. However, before signing a promissory note, it is important to understand what they are, how they are used, what exactly they …
Hazard Pay in New Mexico
On May 1, New Mexico became the second state to establish hazard pay specifically for child care workers According to the U.S. Department of Labor, “Hazard Pay” means employees receive additional pay for performing hazardous duties or work involving physical hardship. Work duty that causes extreme physical discomfort and distress which is not adequately alleviated by protective devices is deemed …
The Difference Between Lay-Offs and Furloughs
Lay-Off vs Furlough Lay-Off and furlough are two terms that are often used interchangeably but have two very different meanings. While lay-off is a form of termination, furlough is a type of unpaid leave that allows the employee to maintain their employment status and, in some cases, to maintain their benefit eligibility (check with your benefit carriers to see if …
Q & A With Ian Alden, Esq.
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Stay In The Game, New Mexico!
Tune into 101.7 FM or Stream at 1017theteam.com from 3-4 pm on Wednesday, April 22 Larry Donahue, Esq. and Vanesa Lewinger, Human Resources Advisor will be discussing doing business during the COVID-19 crisis.
