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If you meet the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requirements, you have the right to take time off for specific familial and health needs. By law, employers cannot interfere with or deny your attempt to file for such leave. However, interference does not always...
Discrimination involves inappropriately considering protected characteristics for employment decisions. Companies should look at experience and educational history, rather than personal characteristics, when making employment decisions. When employers factor protected...
Union contracts shape your pay, benefits and daily work life. When you understand how unions bargain for these terms, you can protect your rights and strengthen your union. Michigan workers face specific state rules and long-standing labor standards, and informed...
At work, it is not uncommon for a coworker to crack inappropriate jokes. But what might seem like harmless humor may create a hostile environment for you and others. This article covers what legally constitutes workplace harassment and what steps you can take next....
When a parent faces a chronic illness, your focus should remain on their health rather than your job security. Many Detroit workers worry that taking time for family care will lead to demotions or termination. Understanding how various leave regulations function can...
Many workers in Detroit have faced a frustrating reality. They were treated unfairly at work, but they waited too long to act. Perhaps you were fired or harassed, but when you finally looked at your employment contract, you saw a clause in the fine print. It stated...
Technically speaking, an employer usually has the right to cut an employee’s pay. There are some rules about how this can be done. For instance, the pay cut cannot apply to hours that the employee already worked, and it cannot be in violation of a standing employment...
In Michigan, labor unions are increasingly viewed as a practical way to secure things that make a real difference in everyday life. Whether you work in manufacturing, retail or the gig economy, unions can offer a clearer path to financial stability and stronger...
Pregnancy brings many changes, and regular prenatal appointments are part of keeping both you and your baby healthy. But what happens when your work schedule clashes with these necessary visits? Michigan law offers several protections to ensure you don’t have to...
Successful professionals generally want to see their employers do well, as their income and job security depend on the company’s performance. They don’t want to make choices that could damage the company’s revenue or reputation. Unfortunately, some employees find...