When you work for a company, you may receive more than your salary and benefits. You may also learn a host of new skills and have access to proprietary information about how the company operates. Because of this, employers often ask for you to sign a non-compete agreement in NC as a condition of working for them. Under the...
Continue ReadingFinancial and employment security is vital to having a stable life and providing for yourself and your loved ones. An employer who fires you for illegal reasons jeopardizes that stability, and you may have a legal claim against them. You can file a wrongful termination lawsuit in North Carolina to enforce your rights and receive fair compensation. At EMP...
Continue ReadingIf you worked overtime and have not been paid by your employer, you may have a compensation claim. If you believe your North Carolina employer is not paying overtime wages appropriately, EMP Law can help. We have a long history of success in representing clients facing all types of employment issues, including unpaid overtime lawsuits. Give our North Carolina employment...
Continue ReadingWhen you are injured and cannot return to work, you may receive temporary total disability benefits (TTD) to cover a portion of your lost wages until you recover. Every North Carolina employer must cover injuries from workplace accidents with workers’ compensation insurance. When your doctor orders you not to return to work after an injury, you might be eligible for...
Continue ReadingWork is rewarding, but it can also be exhausting. So what do North Carolina labor laws say about breaks during the workday? Unfortunately, there are very few federal or NC labor laws about breaks at work. In fact, neither federal nor North Carolina labor laws require employers to give employees rest or meal breaks if they are over the...
Continue ReadingHave you talked to your coworkers about your pay? Can you be fired for discussing salary and wages? In many places of work, it’s taboo to talk about how much money everyone makes. Regardless of the workplace culture, it is not against the law in North Carolina or any other state to talk about wages. Under the National Labor Relations...
Continue ReadingOn February 28, attorney Benjamin Winikoff discussed common North Carolina employment law misconceptions and questions. Do salaried employees get overtime? An employee’s status as a salaried worker does not automatically disqualify them from receiving overtime pay. One example of a “non-exempt salaried employee” is someone who receives regular pay but is only paid the minimum wage. Even though you...
Continue ReadingSuffering an injury at work can be downright scary. It is particularly problematic if it results in the partial permanent loss of function or mobility. You may be worried about your future and whether partial disability benefits apply to you. Rest assured because EMP Law is well-versed and experienced in all areas of North Carolina workers’ compensation law. Our Winston-Salem and Charlotte...
Continue ReadingWhen it comes to employment, is North Carolina an at-will state? Yes, it is. Fortunately, there are some exceptions to this employment rule, and EMP Law can champion your rights. Let’s look at what North Carolina at-will employment means and your legal rights against job termination. For immediate assistance with your employment matter, please contact us online or call...
Continue ReadingIn North Carolina, labor laws can be complex, so it may be challenging to understand what rights you are entitled to as an employee. If you believe your rights have been violated, you should reach out to an experienced employment law attorney at EMP Law. We can help you understand what pay you are entitled to and seek the justice and...
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