In an ideal workplace, promotions are awarded based on merit, performance and potential. Employees are encouraged to grow through hard work, skill development and strategic contributions. However, in some organizations, promotions may be influenced more by personal...
Defamation is when someone makes untrue statements about another party, and these statements cause significant harm. There are two general types, known as slander and libel. Libel is used for written statements, while slander is used for spoken statements. Either way,...
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) established a federal right to take unpaid leave from work in certain circumstances. California lawmakers established a state statute that reinforces and somewhat expands on the FMLA. Under the California Family Rights Act...
Businesses often take a variety of steps to limit payroll expenses. They negotiate to pay workers the lowest amount they can justify based on the law and the market. They control workers’ schedules carefully to prevent overtime expenses. Those practices are legal....
Whistleblowers play a crucial role in exposing fraud, corruption and illegal activities within organizations, but often face serious professional consequences for their actions. When you report unlawful conduct, your employer may respond with retaliatory measures,...
