Workers suffering in an unsafe workplace and with sexual harassment are legally protected. A recent study of 3,066 workers finds that one in five workers reports experiencing a hostile or threatening workplace environment that can include sexual harassment....
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Month: August 2017
Understanding how family and medical leave works
Family and medical leave, and understanding the legal rights associated with family and medical leave, can be increasingly important for families struggling with a variety of issues. Dealing with an illness in the family or other family-related situations can be...
Sexual harassment in the workplace is prohibited
Sexual harassment is something that workers in Rhode Island workplaces do not have to tolerate. Sexual harassment violates both federal and state laws and is considered a form of discrimination in the workplace. As a result, workers should be familiar with what sexual...
Wage and hour law should be simple, right?
Well, not exactly. Yes, your employer must pay you at least minimum wage. Yes, if you work more than 40 hours a week, your employment status may entitle you to overtime pay at time-and-a-half. Sounds good, right? The problem is that this is where the simplicity of the...
Understanding the Family Medical Leave Act
The Family Medical Leave Act is an important federal law for many workers and their families to understand. The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) allows workers who are covered by the law to take extended time away from work for family or medical needs. Many states have...