Rhode Island employers need to take complaints of harassment or discrimination seriously. Unfortunately, many choose a more combative option and punish the victims instead. Workplace retaliation is a devastating issue that can make clocking into work...
Although there are some exceptions, most workers in Rhode Island are considered “at-will.” In at-will employment, an employer may fire or lay off workers without any reason for doing so. However, wrongful termination can still take place in at-will employment. Here...
If you have found a better job or are starting your own business, putting in your notice at work may be an exciting event, marking the end of the old life and the beginning of a new adventure. However, when it is not your choice, losing your job can be devastating....
Rhode Island employers are required to adhere to certain laws and regulations in the workplace. When they do not, it is often up to the employees to take action. Workers who report these violations are considered whistleblowers. Despite doing their best to protect...
Retaliatory actions are one of the most common types of workplace discrimination, and yet many employers in Rhode Island do not realize quite how big the problem is. This is because employers sometimes struggle to identify what retaliation actually looks like....
Whether searching for a recipe on the internet, checking email or watching an online video, a lot of people in Rhode Island probably interact with Google every day. The tech giant might make life easier in some ways, but some employees say that the company does not...
If your employer sits you down and announces the decision to terminate you, you may feel like the boss has all the control in the situation. However, depending on the circumstances, you may have some leverage when it comes to your separation agreement. In the same way...
While many people are lucky to work in great environments, you may dread going to your job each day. Your team’s morale might be low, especially if your supervisor or colleagues engage in conduct that hinders productivity. Yet, you might dismiss their behavior as...
Losing a job is a disheartening experience. You may be struggling to answer a number of difficult questions, like “Do I have enough savings until I find a new job?” If the circumstances around your firing are in question, you might also be wondering whether you were...
The Fair Labor Standards Act & Teleworking According to the Department of Labor, the Fair Labor Standards Act ("FLSA") establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards affecting employees in the private sector and in federal,...
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