If you are facing a serious medical diagnosis and worry about your job, you may want to consider the protections afforded under the Family Medical Leave Act or FMLA. The entitlements granted under this grants protections when you need them most. To find out if you...
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3 steps to take when you experience digital workplace harassment
Harassment comes in many forms, and it is important to understand how to defend against them. Employers may have strategies and policies in place for dealing with workplace harassment. However, new ways of working remotely have allowed new angles of harassment in the...
What should I do after being fired?
Getting a pink slip can be devastating on multiple levels. Particularly in the case of wrongful termination, it is natural to feel targeted and slighted. There are also many practical issues related to losing your job, such as managing to pay your bills. Whether your...
Are you the target of retaliation?
Taking a stand against wrongs in the workplace is often difficult, especially when the possibility of retaliation exists. But how can a person even tell if they are facing retaliation? What are the red flags to keep an eye out for? Retaliation versus at-will...
What workers should know about Indiana’s blacklisting law
In today’s job market, successful employees often find that moving forward with their career means changing employers. Unfortunately, even the most promising job lead may not work out if a former employer tries to stand in the way by communicating false information....
How to handle nursing when returning to work
Returning to work as a nursing mother can feel daunting. The CDC recommends breastfeeding for at least the first six months of your child's life and many women choose to nurse for longer. While breastfeeding, you cannot stop pumping for eight hours at a time. Instead,...
Is sexual harassment more than physical touch?
Working with someone who makes you feel uncomfortable can interfere with your productivity. Worrying about your safety can distract you from performing your best and might prevent you from wanting to go to work at all. Understanding what equates to sexual harassment...
How can I protect myself when I leave my job?
Losing or leaving a job is a difficult time. It is important to understand your rights and responsibilities when you do so. Making sure that you leave your job, whether it is by choice or forced by your employer, in a professional manner is paramount. According to...
An overview of overtime laws
Whether you regularly work overtime or you have an unusually long week once in a while, it is pivotal to make sure that you receive the compensation you deserve for your hard work. Unfortunately, some workers do not receive overtime pay in accordance with the law....
Pregnancy and wrongful termination
If you have become pregnant, it is essential to have a clear understanding of your rights as an employee. Sadly, many pregnant women face discrimination and other hardships at their place of work due to their pregnancy. In some instances, mistreatment violates their...