Can You Be Fired For What You Post or Like on Facebook?
Can you be fired for what you post on Facebook, or even what you like? It’s happened before, and it is technically legal. Find out another …
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Quiz Yourself: How Well Do You Know Overtime Laws?
When is overtime pay required by law? Does it depend on whether you’re considered exempt or non-exempt? Can an employer use comp time instead of …
Continue ReadingLost on Your Employee Rights at Work: Take This Quiz to Learn More!
Does your employer refuse to pay overtime even if you deserve it? Or, have you been fired for no reason and think this is illegal? Can your employer …
Continue ReadingChanging Jobs? How Will That Affect Your Health Insurance?
Career changes often are accompanied by changes in insurance coverage. Understanding what rights you have to coverage under HIPAA and COBRA policies …
Continue ReadingHave a Retirement Plan? What to Do With Your 401k When Changing Jobs
With all of the preparation that goes into changing jobs, you may overlook your company retirement plan. Understanding your options will help you make …
Continue ReadingWill Work for Food? Is it Legal?
Are you hungry? I know I am. Sometimes I want to strap a “Will Work for Food” sign on my back and roam the countryside looking for work. …
Continue ReadingViews and Laws on Naps at Work
If you’ve ever nodded off during a company meeting or laid your head on your desk to rest your eyes, you’re not alone. About 34 percent of …
Continue ReadingCan My Sick Leave Request Be Denied? FMLA Rules and Sick Day Restrictions
The Family and Medical Leave Act provides employees the facility of unpaid sick leaves. Many employers offer paid sick leaves as part of employee …
Continue ReadingSteps in Handling Workplace False Allegation of Theft
Accused of theft? Don’t let gossip or accusations simply die a natural death, because they won’t. Face the issue and clear your name in a …
Continue ReadingDo I Get My Pension If I Quit My Job? Your Options Considered
Pension benefits, especially defined pensions, encourage long term loyalty from employees. But what happens if you have to quit your job to move, take …
Continue ReadingAn Exploration of Agencies Dealing with Work Permits for Foreigners
Foreign-born naturals or citizens who wish to work in the United States must obtain work permits or visas. Find out what type of work permits exist, …
Continue ReadingCan You Lose a Job for a DUI Violation? (Part 1)
DUI offenses are considered as serious crimes for which the punishments & penalties imposed against offenders are getting harsher, particularly …
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