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What are MI’s paid annual leave laws?
Understanding your rights as a Michigan worker is paramount. Depending on your status at your company, your employer may have to provide you with a certain amount of annual leave at your initial hire for your immediate use. According to the state of Michigan, when a...
You might have a lawsuit if your employer terminated you
Most states, including Michigan, have at-will employment laws. In most cases, an employer can terminate workers' employment at any time, for any reason (or for no reason at all). There are exceptions to those laws, and it is important to know them. Common law...
Study finds most leaders don’t listen to discrimination concerns
In the past few weeks following the race-related tragedies, including the murder of George Floyd and countless other Black Americans, massive protests in the U.S. and across the globe have cropped up to demand swift action and social justice. Businesses in virtually...
Worker’s rights organization release return-to-work guidelines
As lockdown periods end and Americans return to work, many people remain anxious about COVID-19. Without federal support, state legislatures must rely on individual businesses to provide personal protective equipment (PPE) and enforce safety guidelines. Thankfully,...
What are your protections against employer retaliation?
It is not uncommon for employees to fear speaking out against their employer. Despite the fear, employees do have protection from employment discrimination and retaliation. These protections are federal Equal Employment Opportunity laws. An employer cannot...
Harassment in the workplace doesn’t have to be sexual
When we hear the word harassment, we most often first think of sexual harassment. Especially when it comes to harassment in the workplace, we often first picture a male boss and female subordinate. While these are prevalent and important types of harassment for us to...
What should I know about non-compete agreements?
When you get a new job with a company, often there are many forms to complete as part of the onboarding process. Many companies choose to include a non-compete agreement in with their new hire paperwork. It is important to understand what a non-compete agreement can...
Right-to-work labor improvements cast doubt on union value
Michigan enacted right-to-work laws in 2012, despite opposition from unions that included the United Auto Workers. According to the Washington Examiner, UAW officials claimed that these laws, which would allow employees to hold positions without union membership,...
Can I get in trouble for expressing my political beliefs in the workplace?
Politics is one area where people hold strong opinions. Discussing politics can lead to heated discussions and even arguments. While some of your beliefs have strict protection, such as religious beliefs, political beliefs are different. The National Law Review...
How do you know whether you have a wrongful termination case?
Recently, you received a blow to your psyche in the form of an unexpected termination. You felt so blindsided that you did not stop to think about the finer details of your employer's decision. Now, you wonder about the legality of your termination. To help you...
