Get Fired?
Can You Be Fired For Discussing Salary
There is a common misconception among employees that you cannot discuss your pay with others. In fact, employees’ right to discuss their salary is protected by law. While employers may…
Laid Offs
How To Get Laid Off During A Pandemic
Job loss during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has been catastrophic. Firm–worker relationships are important in determining how quickly the U.S. economy will recover. In “Temporary layoffs and unemployment…
What To Do When Laid Off
Make sure you’re eligible for unemployment One of the first things a laid-off worker should do is ensure they are entitled to unemployment benefits through their state’s department of labor….
Can A Person Be Laid Off While On Workers’ Comp
Employers are legally allowed to conduct layoffs that impact injured workers who are out on workers comp. For example, an employer may shut down a department or a facility, and…
Can You Collect Unemployment If You’Re Laid Off
One of the most asked questions and the most confusing topics is “Can a fired employee collect unemployment payments?” What’s most interesting about this answer is that it’s both yes…
Do You Get Severance If You’Re Laid Off
Un-fun fact: No law – federal or state – requires employers to offer you any severance when they lay you off, unless you have a union or individual employment contract…