The Hammer Law Blog

How to Respond to an EEOC Complaint: A Step-by-Step Guide for Employers

October 17, 2024
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Responding to an EEOC complaint can be a challenging process for employers. Understanding the steps involved is crucial for protecting your business and ensuring compliance with federal laws. This guide…

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Happy Sixth Anniversary to Hammer Law

May 10, 2024
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It’s hard to believe that April 27 was the sixth anniversary of Hammer Law PLLC. It’s been six years since I stepped out on my own entrepreneurial journey and established…

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Frequently Asked Questions About Executive Compensation

November 7, 2023
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What Is An Executive Compensation Package?  Executive compensation is a legal team of art that generally refers to the financial rewards and benefits that top executives receive.  These executives are…

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Labor Department Proposes Substantial Changes to White-Collar Salary Thresholds

September 25, 2023
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Are you a Startup Business in the technology or life science industry in the Triangle? Be aware that salary increases may soon be required to maintain the status of exempt…

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Major Shift in Employee Handbook Regulations: What Employers in Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill Need to Know

August 22, 2023
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As a business owner in North Carolina, it’s important to be updated about the ever-evolving employment laws, especially when it concerns your business. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has…

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What’s Market in Executive Compensation July 2023: Remember to Evaluate and Negotiate Equity Terms (Stock and Options)

July 21, 2023
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In the arena of executive compensation, an employment contract may contain complex terms relative to equity compensation.  It is important to understand that this can be an area that increases…

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7 Reasons Executives Need A Lawyer Before Joining A New Role

June 19, 2023
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Are you looking at accepting an executive role at a new organization? Congratulations on the new opportunity! Before you jump on board and sign those employment and compensation agreements, have…

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NLRB Cracks Down on Confidentiality and Non-Disparagement Clauses in Severance Agreements

May 22, 2023
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On February 21, 2023,  the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) issued a decision in McLaren Macomb regarding the use of confidentiality and non-disparagement provisions in severance agreements for non-supervisory employees.…

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Understanding the FTC’s Proposed Rule to Ban Noncompete Clauses

April 20, 2023
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently proposed a rule that could potentially ban noncompete clauses in employment contracts.  This article aims to address some of the most frequently asked…

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The Differences Between Employee Stock Purchase Plans (ESPP)

October 27, 2022
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With the new employment market of “soft quitting” and rapid turnover, both employers and employees are looking for reasons to take a job and keep it. One of the things…

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