The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) offers essential protections for employees in the United States, allowing eligible individuals to take unpaid, legally-protected leave for specific family or medical reasons. This federal law helps to ensure job protection...
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What does Indiana consider “ghost employment?”
Some of our readers may have seen the recent story of a former Indiana sheriff who has been charged with multiple crimes for allegedly putting some of his subordinates to work on his car, home and rental properties while they were supposed to be doing their real...
Sexual harassment and remote work
Remote work took off in the early part of 2020 and many workers have embraced it and all the benefits it brings – including reduced incidents of sexual harassment. It may not come as a huge shock, but a recent survey indicates that remote workers experience far less...
Workplace gender discrimination has barely improved in 20 years
Federal laws prohibit gender discrimination in the workplace. Even so, unequal standards have not changed much in the past 20 years, as reported by Pew Research. Discrimination against women in workplaces continues, limiting women's professional experiences. This...
When can a worker obtain more than 12 weeks of FMLA leave?
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) helps people with personal challenges protect their careers. The FMLA allows an individual to take unpaid leave when they have health challenges or when they need to support their loved ones through some kind of medical issue. ...
Discriminatory medical screening practices in the workplace
Pre-employment medical examinations are a standard step in the hiring process and annual physical check-ups are customary for employees. Nonetheless, employers cannot use results from medical assessments against applicants or employees. This prohibition extends to...
What makes a sexual harassment complaint valid?
Any type of harassment at work can harm employees and the whole organization. If you are subject to uninvited sexual contact, favors or advances, you may file a sexual harassment complaint. If you plan to report the incident, you should consider factors that may...
What is wage garnishment, and how does it work?
Seeing an unusual wage deduction on your pay stub can be upsetting, especially if you do not remember authorizing it. Still, these deductions could be lawful, depending on their purpose, such as garnishments for overpayments and other types of debt. If you have...
How late is too late in wage payments?
One of the employees’ rights is to receive their salary, including overtime payments, in a timely manner. But how do employees know if their employer’s delayed payment is late enough to file a complaint against them? Employers should pay wages when due When...
Recognizable types of sexual harrassment
Sexual harassment can take various forms and can occur in a wide range of settings, including workplaces, public spaces and online environments. It is important to note that sexual harassment is a form of gender-based violence and is typically characterized by...