There have been a lot of recent public discussions concerning equal pay for equal work and other laws regarding employment discrimination based on gender. Employers must pay men and women the same wages or salary if they are equally qualified and doing the same work. This does not mean they must have the job title, […]
Applying for a new job is frustrating enough without worrying whether a former employer will give you a bad reference. This is especially true if you have had positive employment experiences since a negative one, but that mistake in your past could prevent you from landing your dream job now. If you suspect a former […]
Anyone who has ever filled out a job application knows you are asked if you have been charged with a felony. Many people check the “no” box and move on without a second thought, but what if you are someone with a criminal record? Can criminal charges really be held against you? What if your […]
Nepotism occurs when those with control in the workplace favor relatives over other applicants and employees. As frustrating as it might be to deal with in the workplace, it is almost never considered illegal. And not only can a related applicant be favored over another, an unrelated employee could be fired to allow for the […]
Have you been asked by your employer to sign a contract or take action that you believe might break the law? Here’s what you should know: First and foremost, if you knowingly break the law while working, you can be held responsible. This is true even if an action is considered company policy or a […]
Gathering around the water cooler and “venting” about nasty bosses or unreasonable supervisors is an age-old tradition. Unfortunately, it is one that can get you into a bind and ruin your professional relationships. As tempting as it might be to complain about your boss to co-workers or anyone else in your company, you should avoid […]
It’s that time of year – the time when there seems to be a different social event every evening. In addition to getting together with friends and loved ones this holiday season, you will likely attend an office holiday party. Holiday parties can get dicey – employees overindulge, resulting in NSFW behavior, or parties are […]
The simple answer to this question is “no, you are not.” In most situations, giving your employer two weeks notice that you no longer want to work for them is nothing more than a professional courtesy. However, there are exceptions to this and for some employees a certain notification period is legally required. How do […]
Chances are you’ve heard the term, “employment at will,” or seen it written in an employee handbook or on a job application at one time or another. Knowing what it means can help you understand your rights and know when you are eligible to take legal action against an employer. Employment at will means an […]
When you accept a job you are obligated to abide by the company’s policies and procedures, including their rules related to employee appearance. However, what happens when your employer institutes a new rule after you are employed and that rule requires you to drastically change your appearance? It is possible for an employer to grandfather […]
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