When an employer asks employees or new hires to sign a non-compete agreement, it can leave those workers in an uncertain position. Do they have to sign the agreement? How might this contract impact their future? What happens if they don’t sign the document? People...
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Can your employer fire you for asking about a raise?
Asking for more pay can be an important way for employees to protect their financial health. Unfortunately, making this request can be a daunting prospect. You might wonder how to ask the question in a way that gives you the best chance for success. You may be unsure...
When should you sign a severance agreement?
Separation from your job can lead to significant financial uncertainty. If your employer offers you a severance agreement, it might be tempting to sign that document because of the monetary support it could provide. However, accepting a severance package or an...
Should I quit my job if I experience harassment?
Harassment in the workplace can make every day a challenge, and many people may be tempted to quit their job simply to relieve this stress. Should they quit? You first need to determine if the harassment is illegal or just a bad employment situation. Illegal...
What is visual workplace harassment?
Most people are familiar with the physical actions and verbal comments that can constitute workplace harassment. Sometimes, though, harassment can take a third form: visual harassment. What does visual workplace harassment look like, and how can workers respond if...
Did you lose your job as a result of wrongful termination?
Any job loss—whether due to downsizing, economic struggles or other concerns—can be a struggle for workers. However, in some cases, employers break the law when ending their employee’s time at the company. What makes a termination “wrongful,” and what can wrongfully...
Have you been misclassified by your employer?
Your job can be a chance to provide yourself and your family with stability and opportunity. However, if an employer misclassifies you as an independent contractor rather than an employee, you may not receive all the benefits you are due under the law. What should...
Have you experienced pregnancy discrimination?
Pregnancy can be a joyful time for many expectant parents. However, when that pregnancy also results in mistreatment or harassment in the workplace, pregnancy discrimination can turn this exciting period of parents’ lives into a stressful experience. What should...
Should you accept your severance package offer?
I your employer ends your time with the company—whether because of termination or layoff—they may offer you a severance package. Even if this package seems fair, you might wonder whether the agreement is really fair to you. What should you know before accepting a...
Can employers make decisions based on an applicant’s accent?
A person’s national origin can show itself in a variety of ways, from their name to their style of dress. National origin can even be audible in a person’s speech through their accent, and accents can have a marked impact on the way that people interact with others in...