In Kentucky, you deserve to be paid time and a half your standard rate for any overtime hours that you work. This is why some employees are actually happy if their boss tells them that they need to work overtime—because they know they’re going to be significantly...
Louisville Employment Law Blog
When is the best time to negotiate severance packages?
The loss of a job can cause numerous complications. Even successful professionals often do not have enough savings to cover cost-of-living expenses for protracted periods. Professionals and their family members may rely on health insurance provided by an employer for...
How mobile phones can validate sexual harassment claims
Those who experience sexual harassment in the workplace often understand that their boss or coworkers have violated their rights. However, they may feel anxious about reporting the incident because they fear retaliation. They worry that the company may have nothing to...
No type of theft is more common than wage theft
If you ask people what type of theft is most common in the United States, they may give a variety of answers. Some might point to car theft, which has been on the rise lately. Others may mention home burglaries or shoplifting. However, the reality is that the most...
In Kentucky, how long must fired workers wait to be paid?
It happens. Jobs end, and sometimes they don’t end on the best of terms. Or maybe the employees get tired of the working conditions and walk off the job. In Kentucky, what do the laws say about the length of time the company has to pay workers their wages? Regardless...
Can your boss fire you to avoid paying workers’ comp?
You have always been an excellent employee and you’ve never had any disciplinary issues at work. Your performance has never been questioned, and you have a track record of excellent performance reviews. However, you also work in a relatively dangerous profession where...
5 forms of disability discrimination in the workplace
Bias against workers with disabilities has the potential to impact almost every aspect of their employment. They may face challenges in hiring, firing, promotions, job assignments, pay and more. What forms might this discrimination take? Discrimination in hiring In...
Jokes still qualify as sexual harassment
Jokes are common in the workplace, but they can sometimes take an inappropriate turn. For instance, people may begin making lewd or sexually suggestive remarks. What starts out as a lighthearted conversation can take a problematic turn. Additionally, individuals...
5 ways Kentucky employers might be shortchanging you
Are you working extra hours without proper compensation? Many Kentucky employees are unaware of the sneaky ways some employers avoid paying overtime. Let us examine five surprising situations where employers may be withholding your hard-earned wages. The...
Is it sexual harassment if I previously dated my coworker?
Workplace relationships happen all the time, fueled by close proximity and shared experiences. However, these relationships may end, and things can turn sour, leading to situations where one party feels uncomfortable or threatened by the other, potentially resulting...