But, just like bosses have expectations of their employees, so must employees have expectations from their bosses, beyond getting paid for a job done. Employees have, and are entitled to rights guaranteed to them by law.
At Keosian Law Group we protect and defend the employment rights of our clients.
Wage and Hour:
Sometimes employees are ignorant of their most basic rights:
- The right to receive proper wages according to the law.
- The right to take proper breaks and uninterrupted lunch times.
You are entitled to at least the state minimum wage, and when applicable to be paid overtime and double-time wages.
You are also entitled to take set breaks based on the number of hours worked.
These standards are set and protected by law. If you feel that you are not being compensated properly or are not given the adequate breaks, contact us immediately for a free consultation.
Discrimination:
A hostile work environment has a detrimental effect on the productivity level and health of an employee. No one should suffer through abuse and discrimination, especially at work, where individuals come together to produce and profit.
There are many forms of discrimination, but it should never be tolerated, however slight; whether it is of the sexual nature, targeting someone’s age or gender, or mistreatment as a result of race, ethnicity, or disability. You have rights protected by law. Our attorneys are ready to listen and help.
Injury/Disability Accommodation:
If you ever sustain an injury, your employer has the duty to make a sincere effort to accommodate your injury or new disability, whether temporary or permanent. It is irrelevant whether the injury occurred while at work or outside, your employer must engage in the interactive process and try to accommodate your disability. Failure to do so is against the law.
Retaliation:
If an employee is demoted, given a pay cut, or transferred without a just cause or reason, then the employee might be a victim of retaliation, an illegal tool used by managers to punish employees. If you ever find yourself in such a position, know that there are laws to protect you.
Wrongful Termination:
Wrongful termination is being fired without a just cause or using the firing as a form of retaliation against the employee. It is against the law to terminate any employee for such things as whistle blowing, or presenting a complaint for any of the wrongdoings listed above.
Once again, as an employee you have rights. Contact the Keosian Law Group today. Do not subject yourself to undue suffering or anguish. Our attorneys have the knowledge and experience to assist you . nd it is designed to help individuals to pay their debt back in a structured and timely manner; often utilized by those who have a steady source of income.