Can My Employer Disclose My Medical Information To Other Employees?
Information There are a number of federal laws that protect against the disclosure of employee medical information in the workplace. While the language of
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What Does OSHA Stand For And What Do They Do?
Introduction The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is responsible for setting and enforcing workplace safety and health standards in the United States. The
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My Company is Closing. What are My Rights?
Introduction Under “at-will” employment laws (which apply in every state except Montana), the employment agreement between an employer and an employee is voluntary for
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Most Employers Cannot Require an Employee to Take a Lie Detector Test
Introduction The Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) prohibits most private employers from using lie detector tests, whether they’re implemented during the course of employment
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Penalty For FMLA Violation
The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal employment law that allows eligible employees of covered employers to take unpaid, job-protected leave for
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How to Find Out if a Job is Prevailing Wage
Introduction Contractors and employers who hope to secure a federally-funded government contract are required to pay their laborers the prevailing wage for the area
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