Imagine waking up one morning, ready to tackle the day, only to find an email in your inbox that leaves you stunned: sorry, we’re suspending you from work. No explanation, no warning, just a vague message that your boss has sidelined you. You start questioning everything—can they do this to me? What did I do wrong? Is this even...
Continue ReadingAre you working in North Carolina and curious about your rights under the North Carolina Wage and Hour Act? This Act is crucial for protecting employees like you. Our experienced NC employment lawyers discuss what you need to know. For assistance, please don’t hesitate to call (336) 724-2828 or fill out our online form today. Understanding the North Carolina...
Continue ReadingFinal paycheck laws in North Carolina dictate when and how employers must pay employees their final wages, whether voluntary or involuntary, upon termination of employment. Both employers and employees must understand these laws to ensure compliance and avoid legal issues. Employers who understand these laws can avoid penalties for non-compliance, while employees who know their rights can ensure they...
Continue ReadingWe all have bills to pay, and we want to be able to rely on a steady and dependable paycheck. So, what happens if your employer withholds funds from your paycheck? Can an employer withhold pay in North Carolina? It can, but only under certain circumstances. So, let’s dive into what is allowed and not allowed for wage deductions...
Continue ReadingWorkers have a right to engage in employment without fearing the consequences if they resist sexual harassment or complain of racial discrimination. Unfortunately, these and other unfair and unjust practices occur in workplaces throughout North Carolina. In this post, the EMP Law team explores laws protecting workers against retaliation and provides examples of workplace retaliation. Our experienced employment lawyers...
Continue ReadingNorth Carolina has several laws protecting employees regarding safety, preventing discrimination, fair pay, and fair work opportunities. Suppose your employer fires or punishes you for speaking out against a violation of your employee rights. In that case, you can file a complaint under the Retaliatory Employment Discrimination Act (REDA) to get your job back or recoup your financial losses. ...
Continue ReadingIf you are an at-will employee in North Carolina, your employer can terminate or punish you for almost any reason. At-will employment can be uncertain and scary, but this employer’s right is not absolute. The North Carolina Retaliatory Employment Discrimination Act (REDA) forbids employers from firing or taking adverse employment actions against employees who exercise their rights in the...
Continue ReadingYou may be entitled to compensation if you have been discriminated against in the workplace. In North Carolina, federal and state laws protect employees from certain disparate treatment and unlawful discrimination. At EMP Law, our Winston-Salem and Charlotte employment discrimination lawyers can help you initiate a legal claim against your employer if you have been mistreated. This post examines the fundamentals of employment...
Continue ReadingYour time and labor are valuable. They are even more valuable when you work overtime. Make sure you receive every cent your work is worth by understanding the overtime laws in North Carolina. And if your employer does not pay by the rules, you can recover everything you are owed by speaking to EMP Law’s experienced employment attorneys. With offices...
Continue ReadingNorth Carolina and federal statutes outlaw harassment in the workplace and provide remedies for employees suffering in hostile work environments. But while kindness and civility should be the prevailing culture in every workspace, the law does not prohibit every disrespectful encounter. So how can you tell when behavior at work has tipped into illegal harassment and hostility? We can...
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