Do you have a right to privacy at work? As an employer or employee, it is imperative that you understand the parameters of your right to privacy while at work. As a general rule, employees are not entitled to an expectation of privacy when using work emails on devices...
Protecting Your Rights And Interests, No Matter The Issue
Year: 2015
To Oppose or Not to Oppose: Unemployment Compensation Applications
To Oppose or Not to Oppose: Unemployment Compensation applications. An employee is eligible to file a petition for unemployment compensation after the employment has been terminated. To remain eligible for unemployment benefits, the employee must show that he or she...
Employee Handbooks: Ensure Uniform Application
Your employee handbook is an important document in protecting your business. But even more important is the uniform application of the policies and procedures contained in it. This is especially important if you are a small employer and employ family and non-family...
I am being bullied by a co-worker; what should I do?
Bullying is an intolerable and abusive situation that makes you dread coming to work, increases your stress levels while at work and at home, and drastically reduces your productivity. Unfortunately, there are no laws that can protect you against workplace bully in...
My company is downsizing, how do I get a severance package?
Downsizing looks different for different companies and packages may vary from employee to employee. In larger companies, downsizing and layoffs may automatically come with “hand raiser” packages. This means that the company may ask for volunteers to give up their...
What if I want to leave and I have signed a non-compete agreement?
Some executive level employees may be bound by a non-compete agreement that they signed at the start of their employment. This means that they are limited in where they may work or the type of job they may take if they wish to leave their current position. While...
I want to leave my job, what issue should I consider?
When deciding to move on to a new position, you should consider what ties you to your current job. In some instances, employees may have signed an employment agreement that may restrict his or her ability to continue work in the industry for a certain time. This type...