When it comes to work, everyone expects to be treated fairly and enjoy the work they’ve been hired to do. But unfortunately, many Americans are subject to cruel and illegal treatment by their employers. Whether it’s wrongful termination or sexual harassment, or many other types of mistreatment, employees don’t have to “grin and bear it” through such behavior. There are laws that establish and protect employee rights—and you should be aware of them. In this guide, we’ll explain what you need to know about employee rights and how they can help protect you in times of trouble. Here’s what each chapter covers. Top Laws Protecting Employee Rights Do you know the main laws that protect employee rights? In this chapter, we’ll dive into historic and current legislation that protects employees and independent contractors. Rights to know Types of Discrimination in the Workplace There are more than a dozen different kinds of employee discrimination. In this chapter, we dive into the main ones. Common discrimination Wrongful Termination: Actions You Can Take Were you fired for job hunting? Experts estimate that at least 150,000 people are wrongfully fired every year. Read this chapter to learn what you can do if it’s happened to you. Wrongfully fired Paid Vacation Rights for Employees Believe it or not, most employees have a right to paid time off. In this chapter, we describe paid vacation rights. Laws about time off Random Employee Drug Testing Yes, companies are entitled to randomly drug test, but there are limits. …
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Editor’s note: This post was originally published February 23, 2022, and has been updated for accuracy, comprehensiveness and freshness on October 15, 2024. You’ve likely heard the term “Power of Attorney” (POA) many times. But do you really need a Power of Attorney? In a world where unexpected situations can arise at any moment, understanding the …
