As an employee, you have rights that deserve protecting, but it is not always clear what rights you have, especially when it comes to talking with co-workers. Many employers have narrow boundaries around what they consider "workplace appropriate" conversation, often...
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Things you may find in an employment contract
In today's world, most employers understand the importance of an employment contract. This ensures that both sides are on the same page from the start. It also provides protection to both parties. Before you sign an employment contract, it's critical to thoroughly...
What to do about a violation of your employment contract
When you start a job, there's a good chance your employer will request that you review and sign an employment contract. If they don't, it's a good idea to ask if they can provide you with one.With an employment contract in place, you have a clear understanding of what...
Your right to receive workers’ compensation
If you suffer any type of on the job injury, there are some key steps you can take to protect your legal rights in New Jersey. Start with the following: Check yourself for injuries Administer first aid Call 911 for help, if necessary Report the accident and your...
How to negotiate severance when facing termination
Your worst nightmare is coming true: You're losing your job in the near future. While it's never a good thing to hear that you're being terminated, it's also not the end of the world. There are several steps you can take to remain stable during this difficult time of...
Is it workplace harassment if it’s outside the office?
As the weather gets warmer and summer approaches, many companies start to have summer company picnics and host other activities outside of work. These can be a nice way to get employees to interact outside of the office and create stronger team bonds.However, just...
How common is sexual harassment at work?
People might think that in this day and age, sexual harassment at work has decreased. Unfortunately, this is not the case. In fact, a significant portion of the working population has reported being sexually harassed. Both men and women face unwanted actions while at...
Why do so many employers discriminate against older workers?
Despite the increased awareness of workplace discrimination thanks to the #MeToo movement, some demographics feel that their work problems aren’t getting any easier. Even though there’s been a massive push against employers that display signs of sexual harassment and...
Why summer is a common season for overtime mistakes
While employers have the potential to make mistakes or deliberately avoid overtime payments to workers throughout the whole year, there are certain times when it becomes more apparent. It is around these time periods that you should be paying very close attention to...
Is filming a traffic stop legal?
Phones with video recorders are now ubiquitous. And with more cameras, there has been an increasing number of traffic-stop videos popping up on social media. But these videos raise an important question: Is it legal to film a police officer during a traffic stop? Does...