Category Archives: Employee Tip – Problems at Job
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.
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: 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
Employee Tip: Dealing With Sexual Harassment
If you are an employee in Wisconsin and feel you are (or were) being sexually-harassed, you should know the following: (A) Know how the law defines sexual harassment; (B) Keep proof (documentation or recordings); (C) Learn your employer’s policies before complaining or … Continue reading
Employee Tip: Reducing Problems at Work Relating to Your Medical Condition
People with medical conditions often have unique requirements or problems arise at work. You should consider doing the following things to reduce the risk of problems.
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Employee Tip: Things to Consider When Your Employer/Boss Starts to Treat You Badly
EMPLOYEE TIP: If your employer/boss is treating you unfairly, you should consider doing the following: (1) DOCUMENT what is going on. Keep a journal with names & dates & descriptions of what occurred. Save copies of important documents and witness … Continue reading
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