One moment, you’re going about your daily work tasks; the next, a sharp pain shoots through your shoulder. In a heartbeat, the pain upends your life, and you’re left wondering how your injury will affect your future. For many North Carolina workers, an on-the-job shoulder injury isn’t just painful. It’s a potential financial setback. If you are grappling with...
Continue ReadingWhen it comes to employment, is North Carolina an at-will state? Yes, it is. North Carolina allows employers or employees to end jobs at any time without giving a reason, except for unlawful reasons, as upheld in Kurtzman v. Applied Analytical Industries, Inc., 347 N.C. 329, 331, 493 S.E.2d 420, 423 (1997). Let’s look at what North Carolina at-will...
Continue ReadingYou cannot legally be fired for filing a workers’ compensation claim in North Carolina. Unfortunately, the law does not stop some employers from trying, despite the fact that suffering an injury on the job can change your life in an instant. Workers’ compensation coverage exists to help support you as you navigate your new reality and work to get...
Continue ReadingAre you welcoming a new child into your family? If you are, you are probably full of excitement and questions. The big question is, How do you balance work with pregnancy or a new baby? Many employees have rights to unpaid leave and job protection, while others have rights to North Carolina paid family leave. Understanding your rights as...
Continue ReadingHiring an immigration lawyer is often necessary when navigating U.S. immigration law, which can involve complicated paperwork, strict deadlines, and issues that require an understanding of the law to resolve. Once you find a candidate, you may wonder what questions to ask an immigration lawyer when you first meet them. Asking the right immigration lawyer questions during an initial...
Continue ReadingWhen you put in long hours doing productive work out in the workplace, you want to feel welcome and respected. At the very least, employees expect fair treatment. Unfortunately, some employers fail to provide such a healthy workspace, and examples of unfair labor practices by unions and employers abound. Federal and state employment laws protect workers’ rights. But not...
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 ReadingDiscrimination based on age is a problem that continues to plague American workplaces. It happens when an employer treats an employee or job applicant less favorably due to their age. According to the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, over 10,000 workers filed age discrimination claims with the agency in 2022. In the Tarheel State, it is illegal to discriminate...
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. North Carolina labor laws for salaried employees outline specific regulations regarding wages, overtime, and benefits, which can further complicate matters. If you believe your rights have been violated, you should reach out to an experienced employment...
Continue ReadingIf you are injured at work and seek workers’ compensation benefits, you’ll receive a lot of unsolicited advice, mostly about what you should and could do. However, knowing what not to do while on workers’ compensation is equally essential. As an injured employee, you might be entitled to medical and wage replacement benefits while you recover from a workplace...
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