Workers have certain rights under federal laws, including the right to take a leave of absence from work. Maintaining employment is crucial for someone's financial stability, but there are situations where a person may require an extended leave of absence despite...
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How do you know if an employer is asking prohibited questions?
If you’re interviewing with a prospective employer or for a higher-level job with your current employer, you may be willing to answer any question they ask you if you think it will help you get the job. However, many questions (and subject areas) are off-limits under...
Do you know the 2 main forms of workplace sexual harassment?
Your biological sex and sexuality have no bearing on your ability to do your job. Whether you are an accountant or an electrical technician, you want to receive professional and respectful treatment on the job from your employer and your co-workers. Unfortunately,...
Age discrimination is workplace discrimination
No matter how old you are, you are a valuable worker in your workplace. It is unfair for anyone to devalue you simply because you’ve gotten a little bit older. In fact, it’s illegal to discriminate against you because of your age when you’re 40 or older. The Age...
Workers fired wrongfully can fight back against their ex-employer
Employers can typically fire people for any reason or even no reason at all. Both Georgia and Alabama are at-will employment states. That means that employers can terminate someone's job with no warning and no explanation, although they often still have to abide by...