Sometimes, the way we communicate either gets lost in translation or does not have the desired effect. In most cases, you can laugh off the misunderstanding or address the other person's hurt feelings. Still, the other person may occasionally interpret your words or actions in a way you never intended.
This situation can represent significant problems for you as a veterinary practice owner if an applicant or employee takes legal action against you because they felt you discriminated against them or you acted inappropriately. Regardless of your views on the incident, a lawsuit can cause financial ruin for your business without protection. Ensure your veterinary clinic is protected with an employment practices liability insurance policy with Vetinsure.
We are dedicated to helping protect veterinary hospitals, which is why we offer Employment Practices Liability (EPL) to help our clients not only endure but prevail in the event they face an employment-related claim for acts including:
A typical employee complaint centers around wage and hour violations, including wage calculation, overtime calculation, and job classifications. Employees file wage and hour lawsuits accusing employers of misclassifying employment status or miscommunicating an employee’s eligibility for overtime. At Vetinsure, we recommend having a strong coverage limit for dealing with employees, which should include coverage for wage and hour disputes.
Vetinsure does more than just provide coverage. We work with the best A+ rated insurers that provide some of the best learning tools to help prevent lawsuits from happening in the first place. Services include:
Employee-related lawsuits can be both emotionally and economically draining. Let Vetinsure help!