You have the right to work in an environment that is free from certain types of treatment, such as discrimination or harassment. If you experience this in your workplace, you may feel uncertain of what to do next or how you can make it stop. You have the right to...
employment law
The proper course of action for victims of harassment at work
Victims of harassment are often too intimidated to speak out about what is happening to them, or they may feel ashamed, scared, embarrassment or uncertain of what to do next. No one should have to suffer from this type of treatment in silence, and victims have the...
Signs that what you’re experiencing is harassment
Every North Carolina employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from harassment and inappropriate treatment. When you go to work, you should not experience harassment of any kind, and if you do, you have the right to speak out about it. If you...
Recognizing age discrimination in a North Caroline workplace
Individuals of all ages have the right to a workplace that is free from harassment and other types of unfair treatment. Unfortunately, older workers sometimes experience challenges in the workplace, possibly experiencing discrimination based on their age. This, like...
An employee’s right to a fair severance agreement
When terminated by an employer, an employee may receive the offer of a financial settlement that will allow both parties to walk away from the relationship on satisfactory terms. A severance agreement is a common tool used by North Carolina employers for those leaving...
What can you do if you witness harassment in the workplace?
Every North Carolina employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. While you may not experience harassment yourself, it is in your interests to know what to do if you witness it taking place at your work. You may...
Hostile work environments and their effect on employees
Every employee has the right to do his or her job in an environment that is free from harassment, discrimination and other types of unacceptable behavior. When workers experience these things while on the job, it is possible they are in a hostile work environment....
North Carolina workers have the right to fair pay
When an employee clocks in at work, he or she can reasonably assume the employer will pay the worker fairly and on time. Employers must adhere to fair wage laws, including paying overtime, distributing paychecks on time and compensating workers for all of the hours...
Confronting age discrimination in the workplace
Workers of all ages have rights in their North Carolina workplaces. Regardless of age or other factors, each individual is entitled to a work environment and employment process that is free from discrimination, harassment and other types of inappropriate treatment....
The rights of employees in hostile work environments
Each employee has the right to a workplace that is free from discrimination and other types of mistreatment. When unacceptable behaviors, such as harassment, take place, it can lead to the development of a hostile work environment. Employees who are subjected to these...