Whether a worker is an independent contractor or employee makes a significant difference in terms of taxes, benefits, and legal liability. Sometimes, the division between an independent contractor and an employee is not so easy …
The 2018 Sattiraju Employment Law Scholarship Winner
The 2018 Sattiraju Employment Law Scholarship Winner The Sattiraju & Tharney, LLP is proud to announce Mr. Bryan Rottkamp as the winner of the 2018 Sattiraju Employment Law Scholarship. This is the second year we have …
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Is My Employer Required to Give Me Paid Maternity Leave?
As residents of the United States—a developed country—expectant mothers are under the impression that they are entitled to maternity benefits. The truth is that the United States does not guarantee paid benefits at all under …
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Breaks for Truckers, What are the Rules?
We often take our breaks for granted. Those who work eight hours a day often get a 30-minute or one-hour lunch break, as well as one or two 10-15 minutes during the day. This does …
The Pros and Cons of Pay Transparency
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 …
2016 Sattiraju & Tharney, LLP Employment Law Scholarship Winner Announcement
Last year we started the 2016 Sattiraju & Tharney, LLP Employment Law Scholarship. Our law firm is dedicated to investing in the next generation of lawyers, as we want to ensure hard-working people get the …
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