Business

As you are probably well aware, companies can sue their employees for many different things – although most employers prefer to resolve issues outside the courtroom whenever possible. An interesting question related to the basis on which employers can proceed with lawsuits against employees is whether a company can sue for time theft. Time theft…

When it comes to customer service and business interactions, not all interactions are successful. There may be issues, conflicts, and other types of problems that appear when a customer communicates with employees of a company. This brings up the interesting question of whether a customer can sue an employee of a company. This question alone underscores…

Theft from customers is a relatively common occurrence for brick-and-mortar stores that cost billions of dollars every year. In fact, it is one of the biggest challenges for physical stores. However, another issue that some companies face is employees who steal. This phenomenon can manifest in various forms, ranging from tangible theft of physical assets…

Workplace harassment is an issue that happens in all kinds of workplaces across industries and professions. It has become a growing concern as society becomes more aware of its implications and demands an end to these types of issues. Harassment is defined as any unwelcome conduct based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability,…

  There are a lot of complexities and questions related to the intricate world of business and corporations. Corporations are entities with legal personhood and are distinct from their individual stakeholders. The concept of corporate personhood has been a cornerstone of modern economies which grants companies a legal identity separate from their founders, shareholders, and…

Having a strong reputation and presence online is crucial for businesses today as customers are spending more time online than ever before. Customers actively research companies and discover products and services on social media platforms, Google, and other places. For that reason, online reviews and a strong reputation and presence are a big deal in…

The decision to leave a job is often a big decision that requires careful consideration. The company-employee relationship is an interesting one with lots of intricacies and laws and rules governing the relationship. The company has responsibilities towards the employee but the employee also has responsibilities towards the employer. With that said, as an employee,…

Reputation stands as a cornerstone for success in business. Your reputation is everything but in the age of instantaneous communication and information dissemination, there’s always the potential threat of defamation. Defamation is the act of damaging the reputation of an individual or entity through false statements and this issue can of course be a legal…

You’re well aware of the fact that an employee can sue an employer. But can it be the other way around? Can a company sue an employee for negligence? Negligence is a term that is commonly associated with personal injury and tort law but the fact of the matter is that it also extends into…

In the past decade, law firms have undergone a significant transformation from a primarily paper-based approach to embracing digital practices. This shift has been further expedited due to the rise of remote work necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic. With the transition to digital file management, the risks of data breaches, damage to reputation, and potential…

Have you ever wondered how judges make decisions in a TV show? Maybe you shouldn’t take insights from TV shows completely seriously, since some programs are just shows. However, this does not mean that their judicial decisions were invented out of the blue. Almost always there is a long analysis of the case and a…

Despite their importance, a lot of people are operating under incorrect assumptions about wills. In an ideal world, we would all recognise the necessity of writing a will – and of working with an experienced solicitor to ensure that it runs no risk of being contested or ruled invalid after we die.  Unfortunately, misconceptions prevail…