The Fair Labor Standards Act, also known as the FLSA, is one of the defining federal statutes that governs employment law. For many employees throughout the United States, it is the primary set of protections that ensures they are fairly compensated for their work. Here is what you need to know about the FLSA, whether you are an employer or an employee:
Category: Employment Law
What is a “Captive Audience” Meeting, and Why Does it Matter?
Whether you are an employer or a worker, there is a chance that you may have considered the potential issues related to labor organizing. As part of those considerations, you may have run into something known as a “captive audience” meeting. But what exactly is a captive audience meeting, and why might it cause legal issues for business owners and employees?
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Why Does Your Employee Manual Matter?
An often overlooked issue for many businesses, especially smaller businesses that are just starting out, is their employee manual. This seemingly innocuous document can have a surprisingly critical role in protecting companies from potential liability, depending on how it is written. But why exactly does your employee manual matter, and why might you need a lawyer to help you write one.
Why Should You Worry About Employment Misclassification?
Employment misclassification is an issue that can be significantly worse than it sounds, even when it is entirely unintentional. This is due to the legal and financial burden it can place on employers and employees alike when it happens. But what exactly is employment misclassification, and why should you worry about it happening in your business?
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Five Things You Need to Know About Employment Discrimination
Whether you are an employee or an employer, it is essential to have a grasp of the laws that prohibit employment discrimination, which includes Title VII of the Civil Rights Act (Title VII) and Title I of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). For employees, these laws provide important legal protections, while employers can potentially be liable for violating these laws. Here are five important things you need to know about employment discrimination:
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Why Hire a Lawyer to Negotiate Your Severance Agreement?
When certain employees are terminated from their jobs, they may be offered a severance agreement when they leave. While this may seem unimportant, it can be critical to ensure a lawyer looking over these agreements before you sign them, whether you are an employer or an employee. But why exactly do you need a lawyer to help you negotiate your severance agreement?
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