Category Archives: Employee Tip – Considering a Legal Action
H-1B Workers’ Fears vs. Fighting for Your Rights
Fear is the biggest factor that holds many H-1B workers back from approaching their employer (or former employer), and asking for their underpaid wages, or from taking legal action. H-1B workers do in fact have several options and legal rights. … Continue reading
FAQS- If You Were Underpaid as an H-1B Worker and Are No Longer in the U.S.
If you were underpaid as an H-1B, and are now outside the U.S., below are some frequently asked questions and answers.
Three Words You Should Never Say in an Employment Dispute
The late George Carlin famously spoke about seven words you can’t say on TV. Not one to miss a chance to co-opt, I will offer you three words you should NEVER utter in an employment dispute.
Employee Tip: Probable Cause Determination from ERD- Now What?
Many employees file discrimination complaints with Wisconsin’s Equal Rights Division (ERD) without retaining an attorney. If you are an ERD complainant without an attorney, and you just received a “probable cause” determination, you may be wondering “now what?” Or at … Continue reading
Link of Note: “5 Questions That Will Change Your Life”
Employees, employers, retirees and everyone else should check out this outstanding post by Professional Life Coach Tim Brownson: “5 Questions That Will Change Your Life.” Mr. Brownson arms readers with 5 questions that you should ask when facing any important … Continue reading
Employee Tip: Save Important Documents, and Don’t Write On Them!
If you have an important document relating to a dispute with your employer- for example, a termination letter or a pay stub showing underpaid wages- please save that document. (You can read more here about keeping good documentation). Just as … Continue reading
Surveillance and Distrust
There is an interesting article at law.com about employers who spy and use surveillance on employees who are on medical leave. The employers’ main argument boils down to this: many employees abuse medical leave, and surveillance is needed to bust the … Continue reading
Employee Tip: When Employment Trouble Arises, Start Work on the Plan B Safety Net Immediately
Does your job: Make you do things that you think are unethical? Subject you to abuse (verbal, physical, sexual harassment, etc.)? Rip you off (e.g. underpay you, deny your obvious need for medical leave, etc.)? If you answered ‘yes’ to … Continue reading
Employee Tip: If You’re an H-1B Worker Being Underpaid Wages, Consider These Things
If you are an H-1B professional worker who is being underpaid wages, please know that you have legal rights. The information below describes your rights as an H-1B professional, and factors and options you should consider before taking legal action … Continue reading
Employee Tip: Document, Document, Document (And SAVE Documents!)
If you are an employee with concerns about your employer, or you think you may pursue a legal action someday, please know that the documentation you keep is critical. Do not assume the employer or others will keep important documents … Continue reading
