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Positive Drug Tests – SAP Program and Return to Duty
When a school bus driver fails a drug or alcohol test, refuses to submit to required testing, or otherwise violates U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) d...
What Is EBITDA—and Why Business Owners Should Care
If you’ve ever talked to a banker, investor, or potential buyer, chances are you’ve heard the term EBITDA thrown around. It sounds technical, but the idea be...
Potential Marijuana Reclassification in 2026
Once again, marijuana is in the spotlight. On December 18, 2025, President Trump signed Executive Order 14370 on expanding medical marijuana and cannabidiol ...
Driver Retention … Employee Performance Management – for the Good of the Employee
Employee performance management is not just about managing when problems arise, as discussed last month. Performance management also includes managing opport...
How to Handle Twenty-Seven Pay Periods in 2026
Many employers pay their salaried employees an annual salary amount that is paid in twenty-six biweekly installments over the course of each year, most often...
Exit and Succession Planning – Start Now
A family business is more than just a company; it’s a legacy, or maybe it’s a retirement asset. Yet, without a thoughtful and strategic succession plan, that...
Planning your Route to Retirement - Close the Gaps and Secure Your Legacy
As a school bus contractor, you’ve built a business that helps the community while supporting your family. But what is your long term future plan? Business o...
Save the Drivers … Employee Performance Management
Because good drivers are hard to find, every driver is worth the effort of performance management when problems arise. Employers should be sure to start at t...
End of Year Legal Considerations for your Business
As the end of the year approaches, there are several legal considerations and tasks that businesses should address. Here are some end-of-the-year to-do items...
EEOC News: Polaris Industries to Pay $55,000 in EEOC Pregnancy Suit
Polaris Industries will pay $55,000 after penalizing a pregnant employee for medically necessary absences and refusing accommodations—a violation of the Preg...
EEOC News: Elaine’s Pet Resorts Settles EEOC Disability Discrimination Lawsuit
EEOC News: Elaine’s Pet Resorts Settles EEOC Disability Discrimination Lawsuit
Why You Should Always Have an Attorney Review Your Contract
Contracts are the backbone of transactions, partnerships, and service agreements. However, the importance of thoroughly reviewing these contracts is often un...