In this economy, I'm afraid of being laid off from my job. What will I do?
In the case of some layoffs that involve many workers or an entire workplace, the Worker Adjustment and Retraining (WARN) Act may apply. If the WARN Act is applicable, then your employer may have to give you sixty (60) days notice prior to your layoff, as well as information regarding your rights and options. Likewise, your employer may be subject to the Trade Act, which mandates …
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Legal Requirements for Lunch and Break Times
Federal law doesn’t require employers to provide breaks for rest or meals. However, it does regulate how breaks are provided and paid. State law also often provides additional protections to employees regarding break times and requirements. Most of the federal regulations about break times derive from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This law does not protect many salaried …
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