Imagine you're at work, focused on a project when suddenly you get a call. Your child is sick at school and needs you to pick them up. You feel torn between your responsibilities at work and at home. Many workers face this challenge daily, and unfortunately, some...
Employee And Union Rights
Employee And Union Rights
Month: February 2025
Expecting equality: Protecting your rights in the workplace
Pregnancy is a life-changing event. It's a time filled with excitement, planning and stress. The last thing you need is to worry about unfair treatment at work. Unfortunately, pregnancy discrimination remains a concern for many workers, threatening their income and...
Putting in extra hours? Make sure your pay is correct
Spending more than 40 hours a week at work comes at a cost - less time with family, missed social events and added stress. However, for non-exempt workers, there is a silver lining: overtime pay. This time-and-a-half pay should reward you for those extra hours. Sadly,...
Unions: Fighting for workers in big and small ways
Unions are crucial in supporting the workforce, often focusing on major issues like securing fair wages and safe work environments. However, they also address smaller, yet still significant, matters that impact daily work life. A recent conflict at a Michigan...