Author Profile
Barrie Gross
Biography
Barrie Gross is former Vice President and Senior Corporate Counsel (Employment Law) for an international Fortune 1000 company and is a regular contributor to AllBusiness.com. She is the founder of Barrie Gross Consulting, a human resources training and consulting firm dedicated to assisting companies to manage and develop their human capital. Visit www.barriegrossconsulting.com to learn more about Barrie and the services BGC provides.
ARTICLES BY Barrie Gross
Workplace Privacy Between Coworkers: Are There Laws Protecting Employees?
Few employees may think about the fact that other employees have access to their private information, or whether there are laws to protect that information against misuse by their coworkers.
Guidelines for Conducting Internal Employment Discrimination Investigations
Businesses are subject to many laws that prohibit employment discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Learn guidelines for conducting employment discrimination investigations in your company.
Severance Pay Tips for Small-Business Owners
The term "severance pay" is often misunderstood. Here is a helpful overview of the issues small-business owners need to understand.
Should Your Employees Expect Privacy in the Workplace?
When it comes to employment, many employee privacy rights are covered by specific laws, rules, and regulations.
What Documents Should I Include in a New Hire Package?
A well-crafted new-hire package is a wise investment for any small business. Here are the documents that should be a part of your company's package.
Basic Privacy Rights and Issues in the Workplace
It is important that managers and supervisors have a basic understanding of a few of the more frequent privacy rights and issues that can arise with employees, as well as the boundaries that may apply.
Workplace Romances: Understanding the Potential Risks for Employers
Given the number of hours we spend at our jobs, it's not surprising that many love matches have been made in the workplace. Unfortunately, not all romance stories end happily.
Overview of Major Federal Employment Discrimination Laws
Various federal, state, and local laws prohibit discrimination against employees and job applicants in the terms and conditions of employment.
