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In theory, overtime pay rules are straightforward: If you work over 40 hours in a week, you must be paid for the extra time at 1.5 times your regular rate of pay. This is basically how the rule works in both federal and New York law. However, there are exceptions, and...
Have you ever worried about choosing between your job and your family? The New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA) ensures you don't have to. This vital law protects your right to care for a newborn or a seriously ill loved one without risking your career. Unfortunately,...
Imagine diligently paying into your company's health insurance plan. Yet, at a critical time, you discover you do not qualify for coverage because of a misclassification. This situation is a harsh reality for many workers. It is important to know your legal options if...
Health care workers often dedicate long hours to patient care. In the aftermath of a global pandemic, the industry faces additional pressure to extend work hours due to increased demand for health services. However, longer shifts can lead to fatigue and eventual...
Workplace harassment is a serious issue that can affect anyone, and knowing how to support a colleague who has experienced it is crucial. If someone you work with confides in you about being harassed, knowing the best way to help can be challenging. Here are some...
Being pregnant while working comes with many challenges. Although we have progressed in many ways as a society in recent decades, it is natural if you still worry about telling your employer you are pregnant and what will happen if you do. Sadly, mothers can still...
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is federal legislation that governs minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping and child labor. Its mission is to protect workers by ensuring fair compensation for their efforts. The FLSA applies to most employees in the United...
Verbal sexual harassment in the workplace is a grave issue. It could create a hostile work environment and negatively affect victims. Understanding the impact of verbal sexual harassment and how to address it is essential. Recognizing verbal sexual harassment Verbal...
As a media production staff member, you are no stranger to long hours of work. Fair compensation for your efforts is essential to your well-being and motivation as it acknowledges your hard work. But what if your employer fails to recognize your hard work with proper...
Experiencing sexual harassment at work can be traumatizing and the effects can last a lifetime. Although you may succeed if you assert your rights under the law to be free of sexual harassment at work, you might seriously question if you should return to work after...