Taking time off from work is essential for maintaining a healthy work-life balance and overall well being. Employees often plan vacations in advance, obtaining approval from their employers to ensure smooth workflow and adequate coverage during their absence. However, there may be instances where an employer finds it necessary to revoke an already approved...

As an employee, you may have encountered a situation where your employer asks you why you are sick or what is causing your absence. This can be a sensitive issue, and it is important to understand your rights and responsibilities in such situations. What You Are Legally Required to Tell Your Employer In general,...

Discrimination against an employee who has sustained a work-related injury is illegal under several federal laws in the U.S. However, it is not uncommon for employers and co-workers to engage in this type of behavior. If that is the case, the injured employee may have legal recourse. Types of Discrimination That Commonly Occurs After...

Employees who are injured on the job have the right to file a workers' compensation claim to receive benefits. One of the most common questions is how long the process will take. Generally, once an employer’s insurance carrier has received the claim, they have 14 days to approve or deny it. If the claim...

Employment laws in California are in place to ensure fair and just treatment of employees in the workplace. However, despite the laws and regulations, employers sometimes violate these rights. If you believe your rights as an employee have been violated, you have the right to file an employment legal complaint, and here is how....