On behalf of Hassler Kondras Miller LLP | Aug 4, 2020 | Employment Law
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has long been able to protect the rights of workers critical of unfair work conditions. This has changed in recent years, along with the weakening of many unions and worker advocacy groups. Now a three-judge panel at the NLRB...
On behalf of Hassler Kondras Miller LLP | Jul 31, 2020 | Employment Law
Many businesses are struggling to keep their doors open right now due to the effects Covid-19 has had on the economy. If your boss is trying to cut corners by asking you to work off the clock, not giving you overtime pay or paying you later than they should, they may...
On behalf of Hassler Kondras Miller LLP | Jul 11, 2020 | Employment Law
Employers are generally obligated to take reasonable steps to ensure that workers do their job in a safe work environment. Thanks to the Occupational Safety and Health Act, this was true before the advent of COVID-19 and remains so during the pandemic. How dangerous...
On behalf of Hassler Kondras Miller LLP | Jun 12, 2020 | Employment Law
During a current climate where people are embracing a “new normal” in response to a global pandemic more consumers than ever are sidestepping hands-on shopping for delivery services. With significant growth in business, the last thing any shipping company needs during...
On behalf of Hassler Kondras Miller LLP | May 29, 2020 | Employment Law
Like a gale-force wind, COVID-19 has swept throughout the country, state by state. The human toll, whether it met predictions or not, has been catastrophic. Looking at the economic impact, businesses are temporarily closing or going out of business. That leaves...
On behalf of Hassler Kondras Miller LLP | May 6, 2020 | Employment Law
America mostly lives by the rule of “at-will” employment, where you can quit anytime you want and for any reason, and employers can fire you in the same way. Of course, there are many exceptions to at-will employment, especially in cases when it is illegal to fire...
On behalf of Hassler Kondras Miller LLP | May 6, 2020 | Employment Law
Employees who work longer than standard eight-hour days can receive overtime pay in many circumstances. Yet, many employers will try to avoid compensating workers for their extra time. If you’ve worked overtime and your employer hasn’t paid you for these hours, you...
On behalf of Hassler Kondras Miller LLP | May 1, 2020 | Employment Law
Like a lot of working people, you have probably signed a non-compete agreement, although it could have had one of several different names such as “covenant not to compete.” The message is the same. You likely agreed not to take your talent, data, inside knowledge or...
On behalf of Hassler Kondras Miller LLP | Apr 30, 2020 | Employment Law
In Indiana, you can be fired for most reasons because it is an “at will” state. Being an at will state, how can COVID-19 play a role in your employment? Many companies are forced to shut down, others are deemed essential. Many people risk getting COVID-19 when their...
On behalf of Hassler Kondras Miller LLP | Apr 4, 2020 | Employment Law
Finding out you’re becoming a mother can bring a mix of emotions. However, there is no surefire way to break the news to your employer, as doing so could put your job at risk in some cases. Even though pregnant women have various protections under the Pregnancy...
