It’s your first day on the job and the employer hands you a copy of the employee handbook to review. Maybe they leave you with a copy; maybe they don’t. You’re happy to be employed and you are ready to get to work—the employee handbook is the last thing on your...
Employee And Union Rights
Employee And Union Rights
Month: August 2023
Are you an exempt or nonexempt employee? Why does it matter?
Entering the workforce or starting a new job can be both stressful and exciting. You'll need to learn a lot about your role, employer and responsibilities, but another thing you want to be sure you understand is what type of employee you are: exempt or nonexempt?...
Sexual harassment more common in these capacities
No occupation or industry is immune to sexual harassment complaints. However, some people are more likely to experience harassment on the job than others for a few reasons, which we explore below. Industries with higher incidents of harassment Some workplaces where...
Do heart problems qualify you for SSDI?
Heart problems are one of the biggest threats to the health of people in the US. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), someone has a heart attack every 40 seconds in the US and someone dies from a heart-related condition every 33 seconds....