Every business with employees needs a set of rules. Business employee policies are guidelines that provide a framework for employees to know how to conduct themselves appropriately while working. Without a comprehensive set of company policies, there is room for...
Read MoreThe federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is the primary law controlling overtime and minimum wage requirements in the United States. Also, the FLSA establishes the basic requirements employees need to meet to earn overtime or be exempt from earning...
Read MoreEmployees in the United States have certain rights under both state and federal law. If your employer violates those rights, you have the right to report them. Additionally, if you witness a co-worker’s rights being violated, you have the right...
Read MoreMost Americans believe in freedom and equality for all. These are foundational principles of our democracy and permeate all aspects of our society—at least in theory. Sadly, our history does not reflect these ideals. Instead, our history exhibits systemic racism...
Read MoreAs the pandemic rages, businesses must answer daily questions regarding how to run their companies during this unprecedented time. And now that three vaccines have hit the market, even more questions arise about employer COVID-19 vaccination policies. Many people are...
Read MoreFired for "Poor Performance" After Raising Workplace Concerns? Employers often use "performance issues" as a pretext to disguise discrimination, retaliation, or wage dispute backlash. If your termination feels unjustified or legally improper, our Maryland employment lawyers are here to review...
Read MoreFacing Workplace Harassment or Bias Based on Gender Identity or Sexual Orientation? The Maryland Fair Employment Practices Act safeguards employees against discriminatory hiring, firing, and hostile environments. Let our experienced employment lawyers guide you through state and federal protections to...
Read MoreTelecommuting or working from home has been a growing movement in recent years. Many employers have found that they can cut costs as well as increase productivity by letting certain employees work from home. For their part, many employees embrace...
Read MoreSometimes bias hides in plain sight. A job offer that an employer withdraws without explanation. A promotion that never comes. A review that suddenly turns critical after years of strong performance. These moments can feel personal, but they often point...
Read MoreThe word “unprecedented” seems to have been used more in the year 2020 than in any other time in our history – and for good reason. The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented event in modern times and continues to be...
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