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Both state and federal wage laws protect hourly workers. Those paid on an hourly basis have a right to minimum wage and overtime pay if they work long shifts. They also generally have the right to compensation for all of the time they work. In some cases, employer...
Speaking up about a workplace problem often takes courage. Employees who report discrimination or harassment might worry about how their employer will respond. If you reported unlawful conduct at work, you may be aware if your employer treats you differently. Knowing...
Pregnancy discrimination often happens when someone becomes pregnant. This is a significant life change. It may impact their availability if they need to go on maternity leave or take time off for appointments and medical obligations. This type of discrimination may...
Some employers know they cannot simply terminate you in a way that violates employment protections, so instead of issuing a direct firing, they may shift tactics. Over time, you may find yourself isolated from key responsibilities, singled out for stricter scrutiny or...
Many workers take pride in wearing hairstyles that reflect their cultural heritage, racial identity or personal expression. Unfortunately, some employees still face workplace scrutiny, discipline or even termination because of their appearance. Can an employer in...
Unfair treatment at work may leave you replaying every comment, meeting and schedule change in your head. Details that feel clear today might blur later, especially when the situation involves several people or repeated incidents. A careful record may give you a more...
Workers deserve to have pay that’s fair, and part of that means having a pay structure within a company that doesn’t take protected factors like gender into account. Federal law doesn’t allow employers to prohibit workers from speaking about how much they earn. Pay...
Employees have the right to have a safe work environment. One part of this means that they don’t have to deal with being harassed at work. Workplace harassment can make the job feel impossible to continue because of humiliation or safety concerns. Workplace...
In many cases, it is legal for your boss to cut your pay rate. Maybe you have been making $30 an hour, but they want to reduce it to $25 an hour because the business is having cash flow issues. This can be frustrating as an employee, but in most cases it is legal for...
Working extra hours without proper pay can point to an overtime or wage issue. When the time worked does not match the wages received, it can signal a gap that deserves closer review. If you believe your employer did not pay you for all the time worked, understanding...
