Tipping is a common practice throughout the United States. Still, tipped employees may need help to receive fair pay even when receiving a gratuity. One workplace practice that can cause issues is tip pooling. What should workers know about their rights when their...
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How do unions benefit employees?
When employees work together to bring their concerns to their employer through collective bargaining, their membership in the Union has the potential to benefit in many ways. How can joining a Union benefit employees? Dignity, Respect, and Fair Play By far the most...
Workplace accommodations: What should you know?
Any disability can impact your ability to move through the world. When this limits your productivity in the workplace, it could also affect your career. Thankfully, workers with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations that will allow them to remain...
What can you do if a complaint endangers your professional license?
Doctors, lawyers, nurses, real estate brokers, engineers, architects, pharmacists, electricians and a wide variety of other professions require professional licensure in the state of Wisconsin. Unfortunately, accusations of misconduct, incompetence, fraud or...
Does your legal status matter when making a wage theft claim?
One common issue that undocumented workers face is that employers may not pay them the full amount they have earned. What should these workers know about wage theft and their rights? What forms of wage theft might immigrants experience? Unfortunately, many employers...
How can you get the best severance package?
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...
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....