Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Non-Eligibility and the Family and Medical Leave Act

By James Witherspoon The Family and Medical Leave Act was originally passed in 1993, providing American workers with the right to take time off of work in order to address serious health concerns, be there for family members in their times of need, or...
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Embezzlement Attorney: Talks About What The Crime Of Embezzlement Is

By Ryan Forster Embezzling is the act of taking money that has been placed in your trust but belongs to another person. For instance, someone who works in a bank may secretly steal money that he or she has been entrusted to look after. This money belongs...
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Determining Wrongful Termination

By Greg L Stevens Whether you've been confident in your placement for years or have started a new job not too long ago, the news that you're let go can come as a shock - particularly in the event of wrongful termination. While there's no single, all-encompassing...
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At-Will Employment - May Not Protect Your Organization

By Kevin R. Nash The ability for companies to dismiss employees under "Employment-at-Will" has been somewhat eroded over the years by a number of court cases. This has made it important for employers to clearly state their Employment-at-Will policy on...
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Seeking Help From Employment Lawyers in Making Redundancy Claims

By Meena C ShahGetting dismissed from your job can possibly be one of the hardest things you can face as an employee and if you are in that situation right now, chances are you are one of the many employees who are facing redundancy employment. While...
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Unemployment Eligibility Requirements

By Kathleen G. Huertas Unemployment insurance is the name they use for collecting unemployment benefits that you pay into from your state. Some people are confused over how it actually works. It is a type of insurance fund. You and your Employer contribute...
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Financial Stability After Work Injuries

By James Witherspoon When you suffer an injury at work, you may be put out of commission for a while during your recovery. During this downtime, you will likely lose wages from your job since you cannot work. This can cause you to become overwhelmed...
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Employers, Employment Law Solicitors and Government on Tribunal Claims

By Jessica L Moss Over recent years employers and chambers of commerce have been louder and louder in their calls for a reduction of red tape for small businesses and for the burden of employment law on small companies which are forced to spend huge...
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Legislative Changes - Hope for the Best But Plan for the Worst

By Kevin R. Nash Labor Law This week has seen a sea of change in the balance of power in Washington DC with the Republicans gaining a significant majority in the House of Representatives. In addition, at least ten states have moved from Democrat to Republican...
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How Can I Protect My Rights When Injured on the Job?

By Nick Messe If you have been injured on the job, a professional personal injury attorney or workers compensation lawyer can assist you. They will help you become aware of your rights and any information that pertains to your case in your particular...
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Special Rules on Minors

By Jake Langston Employers who hire children must abide by strict state and federal guidelines. Children under 18 years old are considered minors by the law and are specially protected.The laws under which children can work include several exemptions...
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California Employers Required To Provide Organ Donor And Bone Marrow Leave

By Russell Thomas New provisions added to the California Labor Code which will become effective in January 2011, will require employers with 15 or more employees to grant as much as 30 days paid leave within a one year period for employee organ donors...
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Working From Home

By James Witherspoon When it comes to determining what career is best for you, it is often important to weigh a number of different factors for consideration. One such factor to consider is whether or not your future career will have the flexibility...
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Voluntary Redundancy: Compromise Agreements Benefit Both Employers And Employees

By Guy Thompson If companies go through a program of voluntary redundancy compromise agreements are essential for both the staff who are being made redundant and for the employer.Compromise agreements were introduced into UK employment law to streamline...
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Arbitration Agreements and Employment Litigation

By Danielle Lovallo Though mediation, negotiation, and collaborative law are all methods of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), arbitration has the most significant impact on employee rights. More and more businesses have begun to include arbitration...
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Anti-Discrimination Law and Individual Rights in New Jersey (NJLAD)

By Danielle Lovallo Discrimination occurs when an individual receives unfair treatment due to legally-protected characteristics. The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination offers nearly the same protections guaranteed under the federal anti-discrimination...
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Laws for Minors

By Jackie Reyno If you're looking for a job and you're under 18, the law considers you a minor. This means employers must abide by certain state and federal guidelines when hiring minors. The laws are very specific and strict, especially those regarding...
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Flexible Working and Employment Law

By Nicola Snaith A Flexible Working Policy is considered to be an important policy in any organisation. A Policy such as this aims to provide a positive working environment that allows employees to combine both their work life and their family life.It...
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I've Been Hurt On The Job, Now What?

By Howard Batt If you're fortunate, you will never see this predicament enter in to your life, but sadly, it happens all too frequently to those who work their entire lives. Your job is your means to pay for your home, your family, and your lifestyle....
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How Do The Workers' Compensation Laws Affect Minors?

By Howard Batt Workers' compensation is an insurance plan required to be carried by all employers. Workers' compensation insurance supplies benefits to employees who are injured on the job or developed an illness because of their job. This includes medical...
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