What to Do If You’re Denied Unpaid Leave
Being denied unpaid leave can be stressful, especially when you have valid personal or family reasons for your request. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to address the situation and potentially challenge the decision. Here’s what you need to know: Review Your Employment Contract and Policies Before taking further action, review your employment contract, […]
Steps to Take if You’re Denied Family Leave
Family leave is a crucial benefit for employees needing time off to take care of their loved ones or themselves. Unfortunately, some employers may deny this essential right. If you find yourself in this situation, here are the steps to take to protect your rights and seek justice. Understand Your Rights Familiarize yourself with the Family and Medical Leave […]
Understanding Your Rights During a Layoff
Facing a layoff can be daunting, but knowing your rights can be helpful in navigating this challenging time more effectively. Here are vital rights you should be aware of during a layoff. Notice of Layoff According to the federal Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act, companies made up of 100 or more employees have to provide a 60-day […]
Your Guide to Maternity and Paternity Leave Entitlements
In the United States, welcoming a new family member is an exciting and transformative time. However, understanding and accessing your maternity and paternity leave entitlements can be challenging. At the Law Offices of J. Kirk Donnelly, we are here to help you navigate these rights and make sure you receive the support you deserve. Maternity […]
Your labor rights as a pregnant woman
Pregnancy is a magical time for every woman experiencing this process, regardless of whether they are working or not. However, like all other workers, pregnant women have rights and protections in the workplace aimed at caring for their well-being. Being aware of and understanding these rights will help you maintain a positive work environment while […]
Employee Assistance Programs
In today’s fast-paced work environment, employees often deal with many challenges affecting their well-being and performance. From stress to mental health issues, tackling these challenges can be overwhelming. This is where Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) come into play, offering support and resources to help employees overcome obstacles and thrive both personally and professionally. One of […]
Trade secret protection in contracts
In a dynamic and competitive work environment, protecting confidential information has become a priority. For companies that depend on proprietary knowledge to maintain a competitive advantage, integrating the protection of their trade secrets is essential to their strategy. Let’s delve into how these contracts help safeguard your company’s intellectual capital. Employment contracts outline the rights […]
The importance of saving your payroll receipts
An often overlooked practice that can help protect your rights is simply saving your pay stubs. In this blog, we tell you why keeping these records is essential to defend your rights in the workplace. What is the purpose of saving payroll receipts? Pay stubs are documents that describe your income, earnings, deductions, and taxes […]
How to legally proceed when facing a breach of contract
As an employee, you normally have a series of rights and guarantees that go hand in hand with your responsibilities, usually stipulated in a legal, verbal, or written agreement known as a contract. If you see any infringement or violation of the conditions under which you have been hired to perform a job, it is […]
New salary increases to happen on July 2023
A new wave of increases to minimum wages will occur as of July 1 throughout different cities and counties in the state of California. These wage increases will be applied based on the county or city where the work is performed and not based on where the worker resides or the company’s main office. While […]