We have also had to accept taking lesser wages in order to get back in the working world following a layoff, etc. Although there are laws on the books to protect workers 40 and over from being discriminated against, that does not mean such illegal practices don’t take place during the background screening process. MORE >>

As to you, your employer and your FMLA legal rights, I strongly suggest you file a FMLA Complaint about how you have been treated with the federal agency that is there to help taxpayers like you on matters of FMLA: the Wage and Hour Division of the United States Department of Labor. Non-Competes and Trade Secrets L. What can I do? MORE >>

At the same time, the owners knew that potential purchasers of the business would insist on key employees signing lengthy non-compete provisions, so they would not be likely to leave, and if they did leave, they couldn’t work for competitors, or solicit company customers. “You are the creature of circumstances, or you are their creator.”. MORE >>

Check out the.gov average wages website, -[link] they show minimum range up by city. Keep in mind that alot of people are still competing for whatever jobs are available. Evil HR Lady Why am I evil? Well, Im not, but thats the perception of all of us in HR. Need to fire someone? Come to HR. Come to HR. Come to HR. Good luck! Really. MORE >>

Employer’s Guide to Discrimination: Fair Wages and The Equal Pay Act 13. Employees’ E-Mails Lead to Non-Compete Lawsuit 15. follow The Recruiters Lounge Welcome About The Recruiters Lounge Get a job now! The Searchologist Magazine presents: 1. When You Need to Recruit for a Bad Manager… 2. Anniversaries Matter. Let us know! MORE >>