In the past, nobody talked about salaries. Companies certainly did not disclose pays to all employees, and employees were discouraged not to discuss them with colleagues. It was considered rude to discuss finances, and it …
Standing Up to Harassment in the Workplace
Even though we are well into the 21st century, harassment is still a common complaint in America’s workplaces—and it’s not always sexual in nature. While harassment may include sexual favors, it can also refer to …
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Enforcement of Emailed Arbitration Agreement Struck Down
Arbitration agreements are routinely used by employers to deprive employees of their constitutional right to a jury trial in resolving employment disputes. And employers attempt to bind their employees to such agreements in a litany …
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How Social Media can Affect your Job
Social media is part of most Americans’ lives. Whether you are a light social media user or you spend multiple hours on multiple platforms each day, social media plays a role in your life. Depending …
NDAs and Whistleblowing: Where’s the Line?
Depending on your company and your position within it, you might have been asked to sign a non-disclosure agreement, or NDA. A non-disclosure agreement prohibits employees from disclosing certain secret information, like recipes and details …
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How Taxes Differ for Restaurant Employees
Individuals who work in New Jersey and New York have to pay state income taxes along with their federal income taxes. For restaurant employees and others in tipped positions, how to pay these taxes is …
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