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 […]
Negotiating Severance Agreements
When an employee is terminated, an employer may offer a severance or separation agreement. Even if the employer does not make such an offer, the employee may seek one. But what is a severance agreement and how can it help you? A severance is an agreement between the employer and the employee in which he employer […]
How to Correctly Document Your Wrongful Termination
Anytime you have been fired or laid off from your job, it is a good idea to ensure you are properly documenting by collecting documents and paperwork that may be related to your termination, especially if you are considering legal action. By documenting your case, you will better be able to protect your rights, especially in […]
Ensure Workplace Issues Are Being Handled Correctly
It is important when wanting to run a successful business, that employers ensure their employees are free of common workplace issues, such as harassment and discrimination. While even the best businesses work hard to ensure they have policies in place, they may experience one of these potential workplace issues. In the event that it does happen, it is critical to ensure […]
Protecting Yourself From Wrongful Termination
In many parts of the country, a person’s employment may be considered as “at will.” This type of employment allows employers to terminate employment, with or without a cause for reason. However, there must be no violation of federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. If an employee has been discriminated against and their employment resulted in termination, then they […]
Understanding The Fair Labor Standards Act
What is the Fair Standards Labor Act? In 1938, the federal government introduced the Fair Labor Standards Act (FSLA), which establishes protection for workers in regards to their labor requirements, including employee guidelines such as the 40-hour hour workweek, a national minimum wage, and the time and a half overtime pay. Pay & Overtime While the FLSA does […]
Employer Basics: Unemployment Insurance in Illinois
Many new business that hire the first employee are surprised to learn about all the new expenses that come with him or her. There are FICA taxes to be paid, and workers compensation and unemployment taxes. Of the all the new taxes you get the pleasure of paying, your unemployment tax rate is the only […]
Understanding Race Discrimination
Race discrimination in the workplace is something that should not be taken lightly. With all the forms it may come in, it is essential for you to know if you are being set at a disadvantage solely based on your race. Here a few common ways to tell if you are being discriminated based on […]
Understanding Your Employment Contract
Non-Compete Agreements and their Implications A few generations ago it was common for a person to remain at their first job for a lifetime. If not that long, it was still common to stay at the same job for many years. But today people typically change jobs several times in their career. Sometimes there is […]
Steps to Take When Finding an Employment Attorney
Workers who have been faced with the unfortunate event of a violation of their employment rights must seek assistance from an employment attorney right away. There are significant areas of employment rights, and knowing who to turn to, whether its sexual harassment, racial discrimination, or anything else, is crucial to ensuring the proper actions are […]