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Learn the difference between on-call and standby time. Find out when employers must pay workers, what the law says, and how to protect your rights.
Defamation can affect anyone—from private individuals to employees navigating workplace dynamics. Understanding what defamation is, how it works, and how it may impact your reputation is often the first step toward determining whether further action may be appropriate. This article provides an overview of defamation, including the differences between libel and slander, common defamation of…
Understand your rights during maternity leave. Discover how protections against layoffs apply to maternity leave situations.
A hostile work environment lawsuit may arise when an employee experiences severe or pervasive harassment that interferes with their ability to work. While not every uncomfortable or unfair situation qualifies, certain forms of hostile environment harassment may violate federal and California employment laws. Employees who experience mistreatment, discrimination, or abusive conduct may have legal rights…
In today’s fast-paced work environment, it’s important to recognize the signs of verbal abuse. Many people may not realize they are experiencing it, but it can have serious impacts on one’s mental health and job performance. Identifying and addressing verbal abuse is crucial to maintaining a healthy and productive workplace. Verbal abuse is a form…
If you’ve been injured at work, you may have heard the term “workers’ compensation.” But what does it actually mean — and how does it apply to California employees? Workers’ compensation is a state-mandated insurance program designed to provide benefits to employees who suffer job-related injuries or illnesses. In simple terms, it’s meant to help…
Unpaid wages in New York can be recovered either by filing a claim with the New York Department of Labor, or by contacting an employment lawyer like Lawyers for Justice, P.C. Usually, the first step of an unpaid wages claim is for an employee to talk with their employer. In many cases, unpaid wages won’t…
Wondering how much of your workers’ comp claim you keep? Learn about fees, medical bills, and how a lawyer can maximize your payout.
A Workers’ Compensation claim usually won’t impact future employment opportunities. In general, it is illegal for an employer to deny work due to a disability or a prior workers’ comp claim. Additionally, most prospective employers will not know a worker has filed a claim in the past because they are usually confidential. However, lingering medical…
Workers who have been recently laid off or lost their jobs due to unforeseen circumstances may be forced to seek unemployment benefits. California offers unemployment benefits to support workers in their time of need. Usually, unemployment benefits range from $40 to $450 per week. However, benefits can vary based on previous earnings and work history.…
Learn the difference between on-call and standby time. Find out when employers must pay workers, what the law says, and…
Defamation can affect anyone—from private individuals to employees navigating workplace dynamics. Understanding what defamation is, how it works, and how…
Understand your rights during maternity leave. Discover how protections against layoffs apply to maternity leave situations.
A hostile work environment lawsuit may arise when an employee experiences severe or pervasive harassment that interferes with their ability…
In today’s fast-paced work environment, it’s important to recognize the signs of verbal abuse. Many people may not realize they…
If you’ve been injured at work, you may have heard the term “workers’ compensation.” But what does it actually mean…
Unpaid wages in New York can be recovered either by filing a claim with the New York Department of Labor,…
Wondering how much of your workers’ comp claim you keep? Learn about fees, medical bills, and how a lawyer can…
A Workers’ Compensation claim usually won’t impact future employment opportunities. In general, it is illegal for an employer to deny…
Workers who have been recently laid off or lost their jobs due to unforeseen circumstances may be forced to seek…
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