Employment Law Pitfalls for Small Businesses – Part 2

This presentation explores several recurring employment law issues that often create risk for small businesses as they grow and manage their workforce. Topics include employee and independent contractor classification, exempt versus non-exempt status, timekeeping and wage compliance, performance and discipline documentation, and employee accommodations and leave. Drawing on Halpern & Scrom Law’s experience advising and representing employers, this session highlights practical considerations and compliance strategies aimed at helping small business owners reduce risk and address workplace issues before they escalate.

Presenters: Paul L. Scrom Jr., Partner & Ashley R. Miskovsky, an Associate at Halpern & Scrom Law PLLC.

Paul L. Scrom Jr.,  a partner at Halpern & Scrom Law PLLC, has over a decade of experience advising and representing organizations in employment and business law matters. He works closely with business owners, executives and HR leaders on issues including wage and hour compliance, employee discipline and terminations, discrimination claims, and workplace investigations, and regularly represents employers in complex litigation involving federal, state, and local laws. In addition to drafting employee handbooks, employment agreements, and other workplace policies, Paul is a frequent speaker on topics such as ADA compliance, wage and hour laws, and workplace conduct, offering practical guidance to help organizations manage risk and support compliant business operations.

Ashley R. Miskovsky, is an associate at the firm who advises clients on employment and business law matters, providing practical, tailored guidance to meet their operational needs. She assists employers with workplace compliance issues, workforce changes, and the preparation of employee handbooks, policies, and employment agreements, including severance and non-compete agreements. Ashley also supports the firm’s clients in defending against federal, state, and local employment-related claims and works with business clients on contracts, vendor agreements, and business structuring to support compliant and effective operations.