Employment Contracts
There are many different types of contracts that arise in employment relationships.  Sometimes when you start a new job, your employer may ask you to sign an employment contract.  Usually the contract will set forth your compensation, benefits, and duties.  It may also include confidentiality or non-compete provisions.  Confidentiality provisions are usually designed to [...]

Whistleblower Statutes
Whistle-blower statutes, also known as anti-retaliation statutes, provide protection for people who report wrongdoing or file lawful claims.  There are several different kinds of statutes.  One well-known example is that of worker’s compensation.  An employee cannot be terminated for filing a legitimate worker’s compensation claim.  Similarly an employee cannot have her employment terminated for [...]

WARN Act
The WARN Act (Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act) requires employers under certain circumstances to provide 60 days notice prior to closing a plant, initiating mass layoffs, or taking action that results in employment termination for several people.
The act generally applies to employers with more than 100 employees, excluding part time employees or people [...]

Most people are familiar with basic overtime laws - if you work more than 40 hours in one work week, you are entitled to pay of time-and-a-half for all hours exceeding 40.  People who work in management, professional, and other fields may be exempt from over time requirements.  Some employers will try to classify employees [...]

Pregnancy Discrimination
Pregnancy itself can be an exciting, stressful, overwhelming experience.  It also creates added stress for working women who have to decide how to tell their employer they are expecting and coordinate maternity leave.  What happens when your employer is less than accommodating to your exciting news?
Federal law provides that an employer cannot discriminate against [...]

Minnesota Employment Law: Legal Fees
Often times people are afraid to seek legal advice because they are not sure if they can afford a lawyer.  Legal fees can be significant, depending on the type and complexity of the case involved.  For people who have suffered employment discrimination or who have been wrongfully terminated, the fear of [...]