When receiving your paycheck from an employer, you also get a document called a pay stub. It should contain essential information about you, your earnings and deductions. As an employee, you might gloss over details in your paystub and go straight to your wage amount....
The Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) of 1978 amended Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and prohibited discrimination based on pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions. While the PDA has allowed many women to keep their jobs despite pregnancy and...
Age discrimination is prohibited in hiring. Generally, age discrimination protections apply to workers who are over 40 years old, although some states safeguard the rights of younger workers too. But, nationwide, if an employer says that they won’t consider hiring...
Unfortunately, some people are sexually harassed in the workplace - a place where they should feel safe to practice their skills. But only a few report their experience. Workplace sexual harassment remains underreported in the state and nationally. This guide...
Imagine scrolling through your social media feed and you feel the urge to share your thoughts about your job. You might think, "Hey, it's my social media, I can say what I want, right?" Well, in many ways, you're correct. You have the right to speak your mind. This...
Retaliation in the workplace can take many forms, and one subtle yet impactful way is through job assignments. When an employer seeks revenge or punishes an employee for asserting their rights or raising concerns, they may resort to assigning less desirable tasks....
Those with debilitating medical conditions ranging from acquired illnesses to birth injuries often require some degree of support to engage in the same activities as those with no medical challenges. Historically, having functional limitations has meant that...
A well-negotiated severance package can significantly alleviate the burden of sudden unemployment. However, the art of negotiation is not innate for everyone. Many employees, overwhelmed by the sudden changes, might find themselves simply accepting what the company...
A severance agreement is a contract that employers typically ask terminated employees to sign. By affixing your signature, you generally release all claims against your employer, usually in exchange for certain benefits, such as severance pay. Signing a severance...
Getting fired never feels good, but in some cases, it can be legally wrongful. If you have recently lost your job or are worried that you may soon lose your job, you should know what the elements of wrongful termination are and what you stand to gain by taking legal...
