When you hear the phrase “gender discrimination” you most likely think that only women are affect, however, men are greatly affected as well. Despite the fact that there have been laws set in place to resolve many aspects of gender discrimination, it still occurs to this very day. Men are affected in many of the […]
3 Common Wage Violations
Wages and benefits are perhaps one of the most important things to all employees. This is why it is important for employees to know and understand their rights, especially when it comes to wages. Here are the 3 most common wage violations that occur in the workplace: 1. Wage Theft- No matter if it’s regular pay or overtime, when […]
The Most Common Questions Surrounding The FMLA
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal program that allows employees to take unpaid time off for eligible reasons. There are often many questions when it comes to FMLA, such as the following: Do I qualify for leave under FMLA? FMLA is only offered to certain employees. In order for an employee to be eligible for […]
Understanding Non-Compete Agreements In Employment
Non-compete agreements are used by businesses in order to retain talent, as well as protect their intellectual property, however, many employees are finding themselves feeling trapped and unable to leave their company for other, potentially more beneficial and profitable opportunities. Should I sign a non-compete agreement? If your potential employer is asking you to do […]
When Should You File A Complaint In The Workplace
If you feel that you have been violated of anything in the workplace that you believe is illegal, the first thing you should do is contact an employment law attorney to verify the situation. There have been some cases were an employee has wrongfully accused of their employer of a wrongdoing that was actually legal. […]
Employment Rights Violations 2019
It is critical for employers to ensure that they are providing a safe work environment for each and every one of their employees. However, there are many situations in which this is not the case, and employees may fall victim to a violation of their employee rights. Sexual Harassment Sexual harassment occurs when an employer either demands […]
Common Wage And Hour Mistakes Made By Employers
There are several common reasons why employees find themselves encountering wage and hour mistakes during their employment. Often times, these mistakes may constitute costly Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) violations, and possibly entitle these employees to back wages as well as any potential damages. Perhaps the biggest mistake an employer can make is simply by misclassifying […]
Sexual Harassment In The Workplace
Employees should not have to feel uncomfortable or avoid certain situations or people in the workplace because of sexual advances. Sexual harassment happens more often than we think, and it is a situation that should be taken seriously. Sexual harassment comes in a variety of different forms and identifying it is not always easy. These […]
Are You Exempt From Receiving Overtime?
One of the biggest concerns, when it comes to understanding overtime pay, is who is and who is not eligible to receive overtime payments? Since the US department of Labor has certain requirements in place, it is best for an employee to know where their employment falls under these requirements. First of all, according to the US […]
Understanding Employee Misclassifications
While there are several reasons why employees find themselves encountering wage and hour mistakes during their employment, the most often cause is due to employee misclassifications. Examples Of Employee Misclassifications Misclassifications can happen when an employer inaccurately classifies a worker as an independent contractor, rather than an employee. In this cases, the employees fail to […]