Employment Law Tag

Workers compensation is insurance that pays for a worker’s work-related injuries and illnesses. This can include something as small as paid time off to recover from a sprained ankle to permanent disability coverage. This is a state-regulated compensation plan that differs from unemployment insurance.   When a worker accepts an employer’s workers compensation benefits, the...

What Are My Rights After I’m Injured? Although worker’s compensation is supposed to help injured workers recover, many are denied or don’t receive all the benefits they really need. You have many legal rights after you’re injured at work. The best way to legally protect yourself after you get into an accident is to know all the right steps to take.  Also Read: 7 Red Flags...

Numerous studies show that employees often leave jobs over a bad boss, not because they don’t like the job. Having a bad employer not only negatively affects your work, but it can also affect your finances and health. When your bad boss starts to take it too far, it might be time to call a lawyer. Whistleblower laws protect employees from speaking up about unethical or illegal activities...

As a worker, you have the right to a safe work environment. But, most American workers don’t feel supported by their boss or their workplace. This can result in a lot of stress and anxiety, which can lead to serious chronic health issues like depression and heart disease. In fact, almost 44% of working Americans report that they’ve even been verbally, emotionally, or physically abused by...

Employment Law And Workers Rights Upon consultation with an employment lawyer, you should ask a few questions to decide if the lawyer is right for you. An employment dispute can seriously affect your future career. There can be a number of reasons why you’re asking an employment lawyer to represent you. Employment lawyers handle cases on: Wages and payBenefits and leaveHarassment...