The quick answer is that subcontractors as being contracted to head contractors on a project do not receive overtime payment for their work, unless stipulated in the contract. At the root, subcontractors are contractors who work for other contractors. This means that subcontractors receive the same treatment as contractors. Terminology:… read more →
Some religions dictate specific codes of dress and hygiene, which can cause employment issues for employees of these faiths. Employment law protects employees from religious discrimination, but harassment and termination still occur. Therefore, employees must know their rights under the law. If you have experienced discrimination due to your religion,… read more →
Workplace policy usually requires drug and alcohol free work environment. When drug or alcohol abuse is occurring, employees should consult the employee handbook or the human resources department to determine the best way to report. It can be uncomfortable to report such behavior, but it can be important to the… read more →
Single mothers face a number of difficulties in life and, unfortunately, in the workplace as well. Only a few generations ago, women were barred from most jobs. And even now, the workforce is angled for the advancement of men. Every single parent has it hard, but women must often deal… read more →
After retirement, some employees receive a pension, which comes through their employer but is governed by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). ERISA ensures that employers who provide pensions for employees meet certain requirements, such as designating how long an employee must work before you have “non-forfeitable” interest in… read more →
Spend any time as an employee and it’s likely that you’ll hear coworkers claim that verbal termination or no rest breaks are illegal. In fact, employees believe a number of myths about their employment rights. That’s when we get phone calls from employees claiming that their employers violated their rights.… read more →
Employers want money and so do employees so when employers alter an employee’s payment plan illegally, it could be termed wage theft. Employers steal wages from their employees in many creative ways. Since every state differs in how employers should report pay to their employees, sometimes employees might not even… read more →
When your boss asks you to do something illegal, just say no. Of course, it might not seem that easy especially when you don’t want to lose your job or your boss is blackmailing you in some way. The trouble is that when the illegal action is found out, you… read more →
What Are My Employment Rights in Pennsylvania? Pennsylvania provides certain employment rights to every Pennsylvania employee. Federal, state, and local laws obligate employers to protect employee rights in the workplace. Employment rights include many areas of employment such as wages, hours, discrimination, and safety. Every employee should know their employment… read more →
Physicist Discrimination Despite the versatility of physicists in employment, physicists struggle with employment discrimination as well due to gender, race, age, disability, religion, color. Whether in a laboratory or working in a school, physicists offer analytical, mathematical, and critical thinking skills. These men and women are clearly assets to every… read more →