Aaron Hotfelder
J.D. · University of Missouri School of Law
Furloughs: What Are My Rights If My Employer Laid Me Off Temporarily or Cut My Hours?
If you’ve been furloughed, you may have the right to unemployment and other benefits until you return to your job. Learn about the difference between furloughs and layoffs, when furloughs are legal, and furloughed workers' rights. ... READ MORE
White Collar Exemptions Under the FLSA
Federal minimum wage and overtime rules do not apply to employees who earn a minimum salary and perform certain types of work. ... READ MORE
Government Employees and the FLSA
Under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act, the rules for private sector employees are different than those for public employees, particularly when it comes to overtime pay and “comp time.” ... READ MORE
Collecting Unemployment Benefits in New York
Learn about eligibility for New York State unemployment, benefit amounts, and how to file a claim in New York. ... READ MORE
Can I Be Fired from My Job for Using Legal Marijuana?
Just because marijuana is legal in your state doesn't mean your employer can't fire you for using it. ... READ MORE
How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit for Unpaid Wages?
You may lose your right to collect unpaid wages if you wait too long to file a lawsuit. ... READ MORE
Do Employees Have Any Protections From Being Laid Off?
While employers are generally free to conduct layoffs at any time, even at-will employees have some protections. ... READ MORE
Violence in the Workplace: Prevention and Response
Employers can take a number of measures to reduce the risk of workplace violence. ... READ MORE
Workers’ Comp Back Injury: How Much Will I Get and How Long Will It Take?
Our survey showed that employees who file workers' comp claims for back injuries are very likely to receive compensation. Learn how much readers got in benefits, how long their cases took, and more. ... READ MORE
What Should I Do If My Employer Doesn’t Have Workers' Comp Insurance?
Learn about your options for getting compensation if your employer has no insurance coverage for your on-the-job injury. ... READ MORE