Employee or Independent Contractor?
A recently filed lawsuit against Amazon, Inc. has highlighted an issue that is a growing concern for workers across America – employment misclassification. Pursuant to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), whether you are classified as an employee or independent contractor can have a significant impact on both the benefits you are entitled to and…
Read MoreWhat constitutes race discrimination?
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was enacted to prohibit certain types of discrimination, specifically discrimination based on race and color, sex, religion and national origin. Despite its passage, discrimination in various forms continues to exist. Although most people are able to identify blatant examples of harassment based on race, such as crude…
Read MoreAre Part-Time Workers Covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act?
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) protects workers in many ways, providing that workers are entitled to be paid at least minimum wage, and that non-exempt workers are entitled to be paid time and a half for all hours worked in excess of 40 hours in any one work week. However, many workers in the…
Read MoreWhat to Expect with the New Overtime Pay Law
The newly-approved overtime pay legislation is set to take effect on December 1st, just a few short months away, but most employers and employees alike don’t know the details. If you are in this same group, don’t worry. You still have time to figure out your new rights as an employee or your new obligations…
Read MoreCan I Receive Overtime Pay if I Work as a Consultant?
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) provides that non-exempt workers may be entitled to overtime pay at a rate of one and one-half times a workers standard rate of pay for all hours worked in excess of 40 hours in any one work week. On the other hand, if you are considered exempt, then you…
Read MoreShould I file an employment discrimination lawsuit?
If you believe that you have suffered any form of employment discrimination, it is important to consult with an experienced Georgia discrimination lawyer right away to help you determine your next steps. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 makes several different types of discrimination illegal including discrimination based on your race, gender,…
Read MoreHow Will I Be Affected by the New FLSA Rules?
The Department of Labor (DOL) has announced that beginning December 1, new rules concerning overtime exemptions will become effective. Specifically, the salary threshold will be increased from $455 to $913/week. What does this mean and how will it affect workers? First, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) provides that all non-exempt workers are entitled to…
Read MoreWhat constitutes unlawful retaliation?
Employees are often worried that if complain about harassment or discrimination at work, they will face retaliation. While this is an understandable concern, pursuant to federal law, it is unlawful for your employer to retaliate against you for complaining about discrimination or wage and hour concerns. In fact, retaliation claims are a separate and distinct…
Read MoreCan I Get Fired for What I Say on Social Media?
While having your parents on social media following your accounts might be widely considered as embarrassing, having your employer or boss do the same can be far worse. Everything you say on Facebook, Twitter, and other popular websites and applications can come back to bite you, especially if it directly insults your workplace or is…
Read MoreI Need More than 12 Weeks of FMLA Leave! What Do I Do?
Employers in every state are required under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to provide their employees the opportunity to take unpaid leave for medical, military, and maternity/paternity reasons. Employees who take this time are entitled to have their positions reinstated upon their return. How Many Weeks of FMLA Can You Take? Employees…
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