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10-point policy for handling workplace harassment and bullying in a retail setting

By Richard I. Lehr, Esq. Not only must a retail employer be sure that employees understand what behaviors from each other may result in harassment or bullying, but also what should be done if employees are harassed or bullied by…

Expected heavy rain, flooding put Alabama under a state of emergency

Alabama has been under a statewide emergency declaration since 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 20, in anticipation of heavy rain, flooding and tornadoes possible over the next few days. >> Read governor’s emergency declaration release >> Additional proclamation related to drivers’ hours of service >> For real-time…

State Prepares for July Back-to-School Tax Holiday

MONTGOMERY – For the first time in its 12-year history, Alabama’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday will be observed in July. During the Legislature’s 2017 regular session, lawmakers voted to officially change the date, moving it from the first weekend in August to…