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David Whitlock

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David C. Whitlock has over 25 years experience in business immigration, compliance, employment counseling and training. Whitlock can be reached at (404) 626-7011 or at [email protected].

7 Tips to Ensure Employee Health and Well-Being

Opiod abuse is a growing concern among contractors, but ensuring the health and well-being of your employees extends well beyond just one issue.

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New Overtime-Pay Exemption Rule, Plus Steps You Can Take to Combat Opioid Abuse

Contractors need to be aware of changing rules governing who gets overtime pay as well as options available to minimize opioid abuse in one of the most susceptible industries

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A Look Back at 2018 and What is Likely in 2019

'As we enter the second half of Donald Trump’s presidency it is clear that things are starting to change. Mostly, this benefits concrete contractors.'

Contractors Must Consider Dealing with Scathing Reviews in Social Media Policy

The National Labor Relations Act protects employee speech in ways that can leave concrete contractors exposed to public airing of disgruntled workers' grievances

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Marijuana Use at Work

As more and more states enact laws that decriminalize, and in some cases, legalize marijuana use how does a contractor maintain a drug-free workplace?

Working on Drugs: The Contractor’s Problems

Remaining vigilant is a contractor's best defense.

Perhaps the Most Difficult Situation . . .

This is a hypothetical, fictional series of fact patterns designed to illustrate the legal points.

Recent Developments in Federal Labor and Employment Law

In a continuing effort to keep readers informed about recent developments in labor and employment law, concrete contractors should consider the following.

Immigration Changes Ahead Still

The ICEman is coming to visit you.

The Usual Questions

Know when to set-up a Performance Improvement Plan when an employee is not performing at expected levels.

Your (New) Government At Work . . .

This article summarizes some recent federal developments affecting concrete contractors. Also, some things to watch out for at the state and local level.

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Concrete Contractors Should Use the New (and Better) I-9 Form

Effective January 22, all US employers must be using the new version of Form I-9.

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