It is quite natural for you to want to expand your employment options after certain amount of experience in an industry. If you have worked for a company for a number of years, you have likely attained a great deal of knowledge that will allow you to open your own practice in the same industry. However, many unscrupulous competitors may…
When you’re fired by your employer, the first emotion might be confusion, anger or depression. However, look a little deeper and try to find out the reason behind the termination. If you are an Illinois resident and you are fired because your boss illegally obtained your credit report, your employer has actually broken the law by firing you and there…
For many employees, working more than 40 hours per week is all too common. When most employees work more than 40 hours per week, they are considered to be working overtime and are entitled to additional compensation at a rate of 1.5 times their regular rate of pay. However, some employees who have been promised extra pay for working overtime find they…
If you were denied a job because of your age, then it is important to note that you have legal protections. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 prohibits employers from discriminating against employees who are over the age of 40. Lyndon B Johnson signed this bill into law. Employers are not allowed to hire, fire or discharge someone…
When you work for a company, you expect to be treated fairly. You might not always get everything that you want, but you should always expect to be treated with respect and courtesy. When the people around you are treated differently than you, though, your workplace becomes less safe for you – and less safe for the community around you.…
If you boil away everything else, there is a simple tie between an employer and employee. The employee agrees to do work, and the employer agrees to pay him or her a set wage. This is the core of the relationship in the American business world, and it’s something that should rarely ever be upset. When an employee stops doing work,…
Breach of contract is a claim seen in many courtrooms around America. Employers who do not follow the terms of your employment contract may be held liable in court. You have rights, but you must consult with an attorney before proceeding with your case. Suing your employer is a slippery slope if you do not work with the right lawyer.…
FMLA, also known as the Family Medical Leave Act, allows you to take up to 12 weeks of leave under certain circumstances if you have a medical issue or need to care for a family member. While this leave is unpaid, your job is protected during this time, and your employer must continue to pay for your group health insurance…
Business owners are sometimes confronted with the necessity of dealing with a problem employee who must be terminated. Termination can involve a number of legal issues, such as discrimination and employers must keep these in mind when removing an employee from a position. Following a few steps can help to ensure that all legal requirements are met: Know Your State’s…
Office workplaces bring individuals together, forming friendships and bonds that often last for years. However, having the ability to distinguish between friendly and casual office conversation and jokes that are crossing the line is important to understand office etiquette at all times regardless of your position. Having a clear understanding of how to properly communicate in your office workplace is…