Overtime pay is a common benefit for workers, but not everyone understands it. The confusion might come from several factors, such as vague time-tracking or unclear explanations by certain employers. In any case, some employees believe the following myths about...
Employees who speak up against unfair treatment or harassment on the job should receive support, not punishment. Unfortunately, some companies choose to ignore reports or, even worse, penalize the employee. According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission...
Taking a break to grab a bite and rest your eyes for a bit can definitely help you decompress from work. You might think that all employers provide their employees with ample break time but actually, some states like Florida do not mandate employers to provide meal or...
Starting at a new company is exciting and empowering. Beginning a new chapter in your life will bring motivation and fresh perspective, whether or not it is your first job. It can get your adrenaline rushing and your optimism high. Now that you are hired, it is time...
In our progressive day and age, there is an increasing number of female CEOs and bosses in the workforce. Women are no longer afraid to take charge. But that does not mean they receive the same treatment as male bosses. Although there is nothing wrong with women in...
Following a decision by the National Labor Relations Board, new rules about severance agreements have provided more questions than answers. The NLRB now prohibits employers from mandating that workers recently laid off being forced to sign non-disparaging and...
Pregnancy can affect the body in many ways, from hormonal changes and joint pain to constant body aches. United States federal laws provide pregnant women with similar protections to disabled persons. These protections also apply to pregnancy-related conditions, such...
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires employers to correctly classify their workers according to the criteria set by the law. After the employer sorts out the classification, it will specify in the employment contract which type a worker falls under. However,...
Whether you are an employer starting a new business or an employee about to begin a new job, you may come across the terms “exempt” and “non-exempt” in contracts and wonder what they mean. These are two of the three categories of workers for determining wage and hour....
Most employers are looking out for the financial interests of their business. So, they generally want to pay workers exactly what the worker earned, no more, no less. Still, it is important that employers appropriately compensate workers who work overtime to remain in...