Businesses seeking to grow and find long-term success should consider cultivating a strong company culture, as it has shown to contribute to higher productivity levels through increased employee happiness and a decreased turnover rate. Every workplace environment is unique, so there is no single solution...
The Department of Labor is constantly updating its rules and regulations, which creates an environment for businesses to regularly break the law without intent. Unfortunately, ignorance is not a defense that will hold up in court. In order to protect your business, it is important...
The Wintrust Business Lunch, on WGN Radio, asked to hear Mason Cole’s thoughts on the recent bill proposing a minimum wage increase in Illinois. Listen to why it may or may not be healthy to the business landscape of Illinois. Click here to listen to...
Mason Cole sat down with Fox News to discuss the gender pay gap that still lingers in the United States. Click here to read about the gender pay divide. Watch the full segment here!...
The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination against employees and job applicants in employment-related decisions, such and hiring, promotion, or termination. The ADA also prohibits disability harassment and requires reasonable accommodation. In order for the ADA to be applicable, an employer must have 15...
When it comes to hiring, two types of workers primarily exist - full-time employees and independent contractors. Each position has its own benefits and drawbacks from both a worker and employer perspective. While contractors may make a higher salary, they may have to pay higher...
It is always an exciting time when you accept a job offer. Before you are able to break out the champagne, your prospective employer hands you a hefty employment contract - you know that document with a bunch of legalese that you end up skimming...
You just finished creating a new, life-changing product! Now what? It’s time to think about protecting your hard work with a patent. A patent prevents others from using, copying, or selling your invention without your consent. These can be obtained from the U.S. government through an...
When it comes to hiring, two types of workers primarily exist - full time employees and independent contracts. Each position has their own benefits and drawbacks from both a worker and employer perspective. For instance, while contractors may make a higher salary, they have to...
Making sure your employees are following the Company policy is a job of itself, but it is equally important to know that you are complying with workplace rights as well. Employers can avoid making potentially costly mistakes by reviewing the basics and constantly staying aware...