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Employment / Labor
02Feb

Fired for Speaking Up at Work in Macon or Savannah? Know Your Rights

Fired for Speaking Up at Work in Macon or Savannah? Here’s What You Need to Know Speaking up at work should not...

26Jan

Fired While on Medical Leave? Here Are Your Rights

Fired While on Medical Leave? Here Are Your Rights and Next Steps Losing your job is stressful under the best of circumstances....

19Jan

Being Pressured to Resign at Work? Know Your Rights

How to Handle Being Pressured to Resign from Your Job Few professional situations are as stressful or confusing as being told your...

13Jan

Employer Asking You to Work Off the Clock? Know Your Rights

Employer Asking You to Work Off the Clock? Know Your Rights Have you ever been asked to stay a few minutes late...

07Jan

Employer Monitoring Your Phone? Know Your Privacy Rights

The Blurring Lines Between Work and Personal Life In an age of constant connectivity, the line between our work and personal lives...

17Dec

Illegal Interview Questions: What HR Can’t Ask You

Illegal Interview Questions: What HR Can’t Ask You Walking into a job interview is often a mix of excitement and anxiety. You...

10Dec

What Is Quiet Firing? Is It Illegal or Discrimination?

What is Quiet Firing and Is It Ever Illegal? Most people are familiar with the concept of "quiet quitting" — when employees...

01Dec

Can Your Employer Monitor You? Workplace Privacy Rights

In recent years, employee monitoring has become more common as companies seek to protect their assets and boost productivity. But how far...

Religious Discrimination
19Nov

How to Request Reasonable Accommodations for Religious Practices at Work

How to Request Religious Accommodations at Work In the United States, your right to religious freedom doesn't stop when you clock in...

11Nov

When a Non-Compete Agreement Can Stop You From Getting a New Job

When Can a Non-Compete Agreement Stop You From Starting a New Job? You've landed your dream job. The offer letter is sitting...

07Nov

What Are Your Rights After Being Laid Off?

Losing your job can feel overwhelming. Beyond the emotional impact, there are practical concerns: How will you pay your bills? What happens...

28Oct

5 Most Common Industries for Whistleblower Lawsuits in NC

Whistleblower lawsuits serve as a critical mechanism for exposing fraud and protecting taxpayer dollars. These legal actions occur when employees or insiders...

consequences of sexual harassment
17Oct

Misclassified Employee? Know Your Rights & What to Do Next

Your job title might say one thing, but how your employer treats you tells the real story. Many workers believe they are...

12Oct

Can You Be Fired for Your Political Views?

Fired for Your Political Views? Here’s What You Need to Know In an era of intense political polarization, conversations about politics often...

anonymous whistleblower
03Oct

Can You Whistleblow Anonymously?

Can You Whistleblow Anonymously? What You Need to Know Reporting workplace wrongdoing takes courage. Whether you've witnessed fraud, safety violations, or other...

retaliation for whistleblowing
24Sep

Signs of Retaliation for Whistleblowing

Recognizing Retaliation for Whistleblowing Blowing the whistle on an employer's misconduct takes immense courage. Employees who report illegal or unethical activities play...

Bullying
17Sep

When is Bullying Illegal in the Workplace?

When Does Workplace Bullying Cross the Line? Workplace bullying can make your job feel unbearable. It might involve insults, isolation, or even...

EEOC
11Sep

What Does Weakening the EEOC Mean for Workers?

What a Weakened EEOC Means for Workers The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has long been the primary federal agency responsible...

legal limits on executive compensation
04Sep

Legal Limits on Executive Compensation

Legal Limits on Executive Compensation: What Leaders Need to Know Executive compensation packages can reach staggering heights, but they don't exist in...

proof of pregnancy discrimination
29Aug

What is Considered Proof of Pregnancy Discrimination?

Pregnancy discrimination remains a persistent problem in American workplaces, despite federal laws that have protected pregnant workers for decades. When employers treat...

Pregnancy Discrimination in the workplace
21Aug

What are Examples of Pregnancy Discrimination?

Examples of Pregnancy Discrimination Every Employee Should Know Pregnancy should be a time of excitement and preparation, not worry about job security....

sexual harassment off-site
15Aug

What Can Employers Do About Sexual Harassment During Business Travel or Off-Site Events

Sexual Harassment During Business Travel: An Employer's Guide Sexual harassment doesn't stop at the office door. When employees travel for business or...

family-medical-leave-act-abbreviation
06Aug

Federal vs. Georgia Family Medical Leave Laws

Family Leave Laws: Comparing FMLA Rights in Georgia, Alabama, and Illinois Navigating family leave laws can feel overwhelming, especially when you're dealing...

avoid-tax-payments
31Jul

No Taxes on Overtime Through 2028

What Does No Taxes on Overtime or Tips Through 2028 Mean for Workers? The recently signed "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (OBBBA)...

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