Sarah Sawyer

Sarah Sawyer

Offit Kurman

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Strengthening Your Hiring Process [Video]

Join attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman in this week's episode of OK at Work as they discuss essential recruiting and hiring practices. Learn about the importance of having a structured process to...more

8/12/2025  /  Anti-Discrimination Policies , Employer Responsibilities , Employment Policies , Hiring & Firing , Interviews , Job Ads , Recruitment Policies , State Labor Laws

Non-Disparagement Tips for Employers [Video]

Attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss the nuances of non-disparagement clauses in separation agreements. They explain the difference between disparagement and defamation and emphasize the...more

8/5/2025  /  Contract Drafting , Defamation , Employment Litigation , Employment Policies , Hiring & Firing , Non-Disparagement Provisions , Separation Agreement , Severance Agreements

Essential Steps to Sell Your Business [Video]

Join attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman as they discuss the essential steps business owners need to take to prepare for selling their business. Topics include ensuring your business operations are in...more

7/8/2025  /  Business Strategies , Due Diligence , Employer Liability Issues , Employer Responsibilities , Employment Policies , Intellectual Property Protection , Selling a Business , Tax Planning

Summer Strategies for Work Success [Video]

In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss the unique challenges that summer brings for employers and businesses. With school out and vacation plans increasing,...more

6/24/2025  /  Cybersecurity , Employee Benefits , Employee Training , Employer Responsibilities , Employment Policies , Human Resources Professionals , Paid Time Off (PTO) , Risk Management , Workplace Safety

Crafting Effective Flexible Leave Policies for Employers [Video]

In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss the nuances of flexible leave policies, often mistakenly referred to as unlimited PTO. They explore the critical...more

6/17/2025  /  Compensation & Benefits , Employee Benefits , Employee Rights , Employer Responsibilities , Employment Policies , Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) , Flexible Work Arrangements , Human Resources Professionals , Paid Time Off (PTO) , Risk Management

Handling References and Referrals While Safeguarding Your Business [Video]

In this episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger discuss important considerations for employers regarding employee references and referrals. Businesses need a centralized response system and a...more

6/10/2025  /  Employee References , Employees , Employer Responsibilities , Employment Litigation , Employment Policies , Hiring & Firing , Human Resources Professionals , Job Applicants , Risk Management , Severance Agreements

Legal and Practical Considerations of Adapting Employment Contracts [Video]

In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman explore the essential aspects of employment agreements. They discuss the importance of these agreements both at the beginning...more

4/22/2025  /  At-Will Contracts , At-Will Employment , Employee Rights , Employment Contract , Employment Policies , Hiring & Firing , State Labor Laws

Crafting Effective Performance Improvement Plans [Video]

Join attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman as they discuss the essential role of documentation in progressive discipline and performance plans for employees. Learn the steps involved in creating...more

4/1/2025  /  Employee Rights , Employee Training , Employer Responsibilities , Employment Policies , Performance Improvement Plans , Performance Reviews

Recruitment in a Changing Federal Landscape [Video]

In this week's episode of OK at Work, Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger, attorneys at Offit Kurman, discuss the recruitment of new hires in light of recent changes in federal government employment under the new presidential...more

3/3/2025  /  Employee Retention , Employment Policies , Federal Employees , Hiring & Firing , Layoffs , Recruitment Incentives , Remote Working , Trump Administration

Successful Strategies for Employee Transitions [Video]

In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss essential strategies for managing employee transitions. As the new year prompts organizational changes, they offer...more

2/4/2025  /  Employee Retention , Employee Rights , Employment Contract , Employment Policies , Hiring & Firing , Reorganizations , Termination

OK at Work: Navigating Snow Days, Office Closures, and Remote Work Planning [Video]

On this week's OK at Work, Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger discuss both compensation and engagement issues related to snow days and other unexpected office closures, as well as the value of planning ahead for remote work....more

1/16/2025  /  Compensation & Benefits , Employee Benefits , Employment Policies , Pay Transparency , Remote Working , Wage and Hour
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