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Several laws on the books protect workers from a variety of poor and unfair working conditions. These statutes come from the federal, state and local levels, and they do not always apply to all companies. For the best working conditions, both employers and employees...

Like the rest of the workforce, restaurant workers have certain rights according to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). These laws cover tipped workers, meaning any employees who receive more than $30 per month in tips. While it is up to employers to remain compliant...

Many employees experience harassment in the workplace because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. But a Supreme Court Ruling in June of 2020 established that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 makes it illegal to discriminate against employees on...

As an Arizona employee, if you and your employer qualify under FMLA, you may take a leave from work after the birth or adoption of a child or if you become foster parents. While organizations must comply with federal requirements, they have no obligation to offer...

The Foster Group was honored to represent a former President of Sales & Marketing of a large international company. The company accused our client of breaching a noncompete agreement and refused to pay her the agreed severance package. They also wanted to prevent...

A severance agreement between an employer and a departing employee has the potential to make the termination process go more smoothly on both sides. However, in drafting such an agreement there are certain rules to follow. If the departing employee is 40 or older, the...

While sexism in the workplace is a well-known phenomenon, there are special laws that protect pregnant women. Pregnancy discrimination is insiduous and common, and it can be difficult to discern what is an act of discrimination against a pregnant woman. Overall, the...

You have the right to feel safe at work. This not only applies to physical safety but mental and emotional health as well. The law encourages employees to report workplace wrongdoings, such as harassment. When you file a workplace complaint, the law affords certain...

As an employee, you have a right to be free from sexual harassment and illegal discrimination at your job. If your employer or a coworker engages in impermissible behavior, you also have a right to complain. Under most circumstances, your employer may not retaliate...

Whether you are applying for a job at an older age or you are facing hardships in the workplace because of how old you are, discrimination based on your age can lead to emotional, financial and career-related consequences. Moreover, age discrimination occurs in many...