Workers Rights During Public Health Emergencies
Workers Rights During Public Health Emergencies Disasters and emergencies are unpredictable, making it nearly impossible to adequately plan for them. To protect workers, various employment laws apply when a public health emergency arises. Both employers and employees should be aware of how these laws impact them. Read below to learn how labor and employment intersect […]
Right to Work Laws
Right to Work Laws What is a right to work law? Right to Work Laws address situations related to memberships in labor unions; you never need to join a union or pay union dues to be hired or to work for a company. Commonly, these laws involve employers refusing to hire non-union workers or requiring […]
Who is Covered By Workers Compensation
Who is Covered By Workers Compensation Workers’ compensation is available to most employees who are injured at work but depending on your state or occupation; you may not be. To learn more about who is covered by workers’ compensation, read below: 1. Are all employees covered by workers’ compensation? Many, but not all, employees are […]
Workers’ Compensation Benefits
Workers Compensation Benefits If you suffered a work-related injury you will likely be able to receive workers’ compensation. Under the workers’ compensation system, reasonable medical expenses will be paid for, assistance in finding a new job may be provided if injuries prevent you from doing your old job, and untaxed monetary compensation may be paid […]
Unemployment Insurance for Individuals Affected by the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Unemployment Insurance for Individuals Affected by the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Many States have adopted a range of helpful policies to expand access to UI benefits. In addition, the federal government is allowing new options for states to amend their laws to provide UI benefits related to COVID-19. U.S. Department of Labor issued guidance clarifying what measures […]
At-Will Employment
At-Will Employment If you have been fired without cause, you are not alone. Most employees in the United States work for employers without an employment contract, and as such, may be fired without warning. For more information on what rights you may have under an employment contract or as an at-will employee, read below. Can […]
Wrongful Termination
Wrongful Termination You may have heard the term “wrongful termination” in a lot of situations. However, only certain types of termination are classified as “wrongful” under the law. A wrongful termination requires that you be fired for an illegal reason. Illegal reasons could include violation of antidiscrimination laws, violation of whistleblower laws, or breach of […]
Retaliation: Workers’ Compensation
Retaliation: Workers’ Compensation Filing a workers’ compensation claim may subject employees to the risk of retaliation from an employer who does not want to pay the cost. Most states, but not all, have laws that prohibit employers from retaliating against workers who file workers compensation claims. Each state’s laws are similar in many respects but […]
Leaving Your Job
Leaving Your Job This page addresses the following topics: 1. Leaving with options Take a cautious approach when discussing termination with your employer. This also includes anything that your employer may put in writing about termination in the documents that you sign before leaving a position. These documents may have important implications for your future, […]
Saving Your Job
Saving Your Job This page addresses the following topics: 1. How can my job be saved? Whether you have been laid off, your company has downsized, or you have been fired for cause, the decisions that you make within the first few hours and days of your departure from your position are very important. […]
