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What Does The Fair Labor Standards Act Govern?
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sets minimum wage, overtime pay, equal pay, record keeping requirements and child labor standards.
Can An Employer Use Arrest And Criminal Records To Reject A Job Applicant?
There have been some cases where the EEOC has found the blanket use of arrest or criminal records as a basis for rejecting job applicants to be unlawful if such use results in a … more
How Many Hours Is Full-Time Employment? How Many Hours Is Part-Time Employment?
This is a matter generally determined by an employer. Many people mistakenly believe that full-time employment consists of 40 hours per week. However, the federal Fair Labor Standards … more

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 … more
Role of Electronic Data in Employment Lawsuits
What you do on company time and with your work computer, and other electronic equipment, is your employer’s business. Not only does your employer have the right to access your electronic equipment to see how you are spending your time but the information contained on the computer, smartphone and voicemail can later be used as evidence in an employment related lawsuit. Of … more