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Understanding property law can help you protect, enjoy and benefit from everything you own. This post will explore the basic concepts of property law so you can see how property rights impact you.
The overall success and productivity of a company hinges on the relationship between employer and employee. This relationship is what creates company culture and can build morale and foster loyalty when managed appropriately. Learn more about this field of HR management and how Pitt Law’s Online MSL can help HR professionals find success in this area.
Compliance with HIPAA regulations is a legal requirement for organizations operating in the health care industry. Learn what is necessary for HIPAA compliance and how to step up as a leader with Pitt Law.
Domestic companies expanding into the global market need to thoughtfully manage contractual agreements. International trade is not uncommon, of course, especially with today’s technology at our fingertips, but to companies and business owners new to the game, there are a number of considerations and best practices in managing new relationships beyond U.S. soil.
In order to implement a successful corporate compliance program, it is important to understand the key elements that make up a program and the key players. Keep reading to learn more about these components and, ultimately, the recommended steps to build and execute a new program.
Reviewing the employee handbook is among the first tasks assigned to a new hire, and with good reason. Let’s explore the elements that should be included in an employee handbook, how to put the handbook together, and the best practices around distributing and maintaining the document.
Managing layoffs in HR is one of the hardest parts of the job, as it can be sensitive and sometimes intense. Nobody is immune to the effects of a difficult decision that impacts people’s lives and livelihoods, but there are ways that you can approach the situation to make it better for you and your employees.
Employment law related to disabilities is an important issue that affects millions of people around the world. In the U.S., 21.3% of people with a disability were employed in 2021, up from 19.1% in 2021. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, persons with disabilities make up 12% of the civilian noninstitutional population.
Clinical research can blur the lines between research and the practice of medicine for both physician-investigators and institutional review boards (IRBs). The question faced is, “Is it research or patient care?” The key to answering this question lies in what is intended by the physician.
Pitt Law has launched a new Online MSL in Corporate Compliance. Learn more about this latest offering and the opportunities it will open up to future students.