Just two weeks before the end of the Trump administration, a rule was passed under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) that would have changed the guidelines employers use when classifying their workers as employees or independent contractors. It was…
Under both federal and Georgia state law, employers are prohibited from retaliating against an employee that engages in a protected action, which includes filing a complaint, testifying against an employer, or reporting an employer for workplace discrimination or harassment. But…
Severance pay can seem like the silver lining of an untimely termination from your job. However, there are special considerations to be made before you sign your severance package. When you do, you usually forfeit certain rights and it could…
A non-compete agreement (also sometimes referred to as a “restrictive covenant”) is a contract between a company and an employee that prevents an employee from going to work for one of the company’s competitors. The justifications that companies often give…
Employees who are paid an hourly wage are entitled to overtime pay when they work more than 40 hours in a workweek. Unfortunately, some employers fail or refuse to pay workers the overtime they’ve earned. When you haven’t been paid…
Being pregnant with a child should be a joyous occasion. Unfortunately, too many women face discrimination in the workplace due to their pregnancy. This discrimination can take the form of firing a pregnant employee, cutting a pregnant employee’s hours, reassigning…
You rely on your Georgia employment law attorney for countless tasks, solid legal advice, and assistance in resolving employment-related disputes. Just as you delegate authority to various professionals regarding other business operations, you know the importance of obtaining knowledgeable input…
When you have been the target of discrimination by a Georgia employer, it can be difficult to know what to do and how to respond. Unfortunately, far too many workers find themselves in the same position: The Equal Employment Opportunity…
In the decades since Congress enacted the Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) in 1978, many women have benefitted from the protections and prohibitions on various types of employer misconduct in the workplace. Most Georgia companies know that it is illegal to…
Interviewing for a new position is stressful, even when you know that you are qualified, possess solid professional references, and have carefully prepared for the meeting. However, no amount of diligence will have you ready to face illegal questions from…
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