What Laws Are Enforced by the EEOC?
The laws enforced by the EEOC aim to protect employment opportunities for everyone, regardless of color, race, religion, sex, or national origin.
What’s the Difference Between “Employee” and “Independent Contractor”?
Surely there are other definitions of contractor versus employee, but what is more important than the employee or contractor’s tax status?
What Are the Legal Requirements for Breaks?
There is no federal law in existence requiring an employer to give breaks or lunches to their employees, except the Affordable Care Act for breastfeeding mothers.
The White-Collar Exemption Rule: How Does It Affect Me?
This rule will likely affect 4.2 million salaried or commissioned workers. The new rule applies to all employees, part-time and full-time.
How to Identify Workplace Discrimination
Identifying workplace discrimination is often easier than proving discrimination or harassment.
Work Bonuses: Is Everyone Entitled?
If you do not have an employment contract, then a bonus is likely at the discretion of your employer.
What is the Silica Rule?
Lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), kidney disease, and silicosis are among the chronic diseases that can result from exposure to silica dust.
What is Right-To-Work?
The term right-to-work refers to the law that prohibits labor unions and employers from collaborating to make everyone join the union and pay dues to remain members.
How Can I Correct an Inaccurate Background Check?
Many background checks contain inaccurate information, and you may not even know about it until you are denied employment.
Do I Have to Join the Union?
Every employee should have the opportunity to join a union, if they desire, but should never be obliged or compelled to join a union.