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Thousands of Chipotle employees say they were cheated out of their pay Wage theft – when employers intentionally deny employees’ wages or benefits – can be hard to spot sometimes. A few inexplicable paycheck deductions may escape employees’ notice. Shorting people overtime pay may not be all that hard because […]

What employees need to know about unlawful retaliation It’s unfortunate but it’s true: Many employees simply put up with unlawful behavior from their employers out of fear. They’re afraid that if they complain they’ll be fired or their managers will make their lives miserable. That’s why it’s important to know […]

What workers need to know about their rights to free speech online You can’t get on most forms of social media these days without seeing something about the upcoming election. But with so many discussions around hot-button issues such as race, religion, and equality, you may wonder if airing your […]

Employee awarded $550K for pregnancy discrimination Even though women have been in the workforce for decades, there are still some employers who view worker pregnancy as a major business disruption. Unfortunately, these situations can lead to major stress for pregnant employees who suddenly find themselves under the microscope at work. […]

Workers were misclassified as exempt from overtime Working more than 40 hours per week without extra compensation is part of the deal if you’re an exempt employee. But what if you suspect that you’ve been misclassified? Then, having to work additional hours can really sting. Unfortunately, misclassifying employees – whether […]