Discovering that your employer is threatening to report you to a professional licensing agency can be an unsettling experience. Such threats can provoke anxiety about your professional reputation and future career prospects. However, it’s important to handle the...
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Can you ask for disability accommodations at your job?
Individuals with disabilities face multiple challenges in the workplace. Still, accommodations can relieve specific obstacles. If you have a disability, you can request reasonable accommodations to perform your duties without additional barriers. Know your rights...
What should you do when you think your employer is going to fire you?
If you think your employer might be planning to fire you, it is important to be earnest and to handle the situation with care. What steps can you take to protect yourself legally and prepare for what might come next? Document everything Start writing down everything...
7 difference-making benefits to negotiate at hiring
The job market has ebbs and flows tied to the U.S. and global economy. There are also employment trends tied to the region and various industries. The good news is that someone is interested in hiring you, and they made an offer that is more than you feared and less...
What is protected concerted activity?
Discussing the issues you face in the workplace or advocating for better conditions with the help of your coworkers – also known as “concerted activity” – is a vital way to improve your workplace. This can include union activity as well as other conversations, and the...
Does the law protect me when I make a complaint to HR?
When you struggle in your workplace, reporting the issue to human resources should be the first step to finding a solution that improves your experience on the job. Unfortunately, many employees wonder whether making a complaint will lead to mistreatment, worsen the...
Smart strategies for employment contract negotiation
Negotiating an employment contract is a critical phase where you establish the terms of your professional relationship with your employer. A well-negotiated contract can set the stage for a strong future with the company and a successful future career---or even set...
What if your boss asks you to cross an ethical line?
Your employer may ask you to perform a variety of different tasks during your workday. Unfortunately, some employers may ask you to do something that is illegal, unethical or both. When your employer asks you to do something that violates the rules and regulations...
What laws protect your job security?
When you enter a job, you want to feel secure. While many factors go into your job security – from the state of the industry to your performance – some laws protect your career in many situations. These laws safeguard your career in several ways. How does the law...
4 questions about teachers’ contracts in Wisconsin
When teachers enter an employment contract, it is important for them to thoroughly understand the rights and responsibilities that contract outlines. What should teachers know about teaching contracts in the state of Wisconsin? Are teachers considered at-will...