When you find yourself laid off or otherwise terminated, a severance package can offer vital support for you, your family, and your career. However, you may be able to receive more than the initial package your employer offers you as well as additional or customized...
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When is your employer required to pay overtime?
When you work, you deserve to receive fair pay for your time on the job. This includes receiving overtime pay when you put in extra time at work. What should you know about the requirement for overtime pay? What is overtime pay? In many cases, employers must pay...
Could your supervisor’s controlling behavior be a form of retaliation after taking FMLA leave?
Returning to work after taking leave for health reasons can be challenging. It becomes even more challenging if your supervisor suddenly places you and your work under higher scrutiny. What can you do if you feel like you are being retaliated against for taking...
What do FMLA violations look like?
When you or a covered family member experience a serious illness or injury, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) can provide you with up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave while also protecting your job. However, not every employer follows the requirements of this law....
What if a severance agreement includes a non-compete clause?
When you move on from a job, a severance agreement can offer important support as you look for new opportunities. Unfortunately, that support can come with a price, and employers may ask you to sign a non-compete agreement in order to receive your severance package....
What should a physician’s employment contract cover?
Employment contracts are a particularly complex matter, especially for physicians. The terms of your contract outline your responsibilities and your employer’s, and those terms can impact both your time in this position and your future career prospects. What should...
Does your employer need a reason to terminate you?
No matter where you work, losing your job can throw your future into uncertainty. This is especially true if they did not give you a reason for your termination. Can businesses really end an employee’s time with their company without telling them why they were fired?...
What behaviors or actions can create a racially hostile work environment?
Employees deserve to feel safe and respected in their workplace. However, every day at work can become a struggle when their employer or coworkers do not treat a worker with respect because of their race. What should employees know about racially hostile work...
Can I request accommodations for long COVID?
Unfortunately, the impact of COVID can limit workers long after their initial infection has ended, and those employees may need to make adjustments to continue their work. What should workers know about modifications and accommodations for workers with long COVID?...
Are non-compete agreements soon to be a thing of the past?
Many businesses use non-compete agreements to prevent employees from taking important information to competitors when their time at the company is over. Unfortunately, these agreements can also significantly limit employees’ opportunities. Because of the way that...