Pre-Hiring Issues explained by New York Employment Lawyer Steven Mitchell Sack
The Employer’s Responsibilities Regarding Immigration
Immigration is a controversial topic, especially in the last ten years. And no matter what side of the spectrum you are on, there is one thing for sure: the law is the law.
Here’s a section of my book “The Employee Rights Handbook” that discusses inspections and employer’s immigration law requirements.
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As an individual, you always want to get the best deal as possible. Being an employee is no different. As an employee, you should always try to receive the best compensation, pension, benefits, severance etc you can obtain.
When facing termination for any reason, do not accept the employer’s first offer regarding severance. Always request a negotiating session to obtain more benefits. Prioritize the critical elements of the package and try to obtain them in order of importance to you. Here’s a section of my book “The Employee Rights Handbook” that deals with just that. Read now and get informed!
Continue reading “Negotiating Strategies to Achieve Maximum Compensation (Part One)”
When you’re working for a company or employer of some kind, it would only make sense to think of yourself as an employee wouldn’t it? Ah, if only it was that simple. However, various positions of employment are considered “Independent Contractors” for various reasons under the law and the differences between the two titles are vast.
It is vital to get informed and know your rights as an Employee or Independent Contractor to ensure your legal rights are protected and you receive the benefits you deserve. Here’s a section of my book “The Employee Rights Handbook” that deals with just that.
Opinions greatly vary regarding both the use of drugs and alcohol and its testing. But whatever your view, it is clear that there are certain limitations on your employer’s ability to drug test you and the procedures he/she may use.
It is vital to get informed and know your rights as an employee or potential employee. Here’s a section of my book “The Employee Rights Handbook” that deals with just that! Read now!
Continue reading “Creating a High Standard: An Overview of Drug Testing”
Long gone are the days where a man’s word was worth its weight in gold. In today’s modern age, false assurances can leave an individual disappointed and sometimes seemingly hopeless. But nothing is more detrimental than a broken promise given by a future or current employer. In today’s economy, employees can no longer risk the possibility of relying on the words of their employers.
As an employee, it is vital to get informed and know how to ensure your employer stays accountable to his/her agreements. Here’s a section of my book “The Employee Rights Handbook” that deals with just that! Read now!
Continue reading “An Oral Contract Ain’t What it Used to Be”
Throughout our lives we transition in-between jobs quite frequently, and as a result, potential employers look to inquire about our past job history through references of employment. However, what if your previous employer gives you a negative recommendation which leads to you not getting the job? Can that employer be held liable for “bad- talking” you? The following presents a brief overview of what a past employer may be liable for as well as a potential employer’s duty to check such references.
It is vital to get informed and know your rights as a potential employee to ensure your legal rights are protected. Here’s a section of my book “The Employee Rights Handbook” that deals with just that! Read now!
Continue reading “Applicant References: What is your past employer really saying about you?”
In a day and age where job prospects are not as plentiful as they once were, it is important to ensure that we strive to be the best job candidates possible; but that doesn’t mean we’re perfect! You may have a bad credit history, a run-in with the law, or even a photo or two on facebook that you’re not proud of. Although these are all pertinent issues to a potential employer, to what extent can a company check your past when applying for a job?
It is vital to get informed and know your rights as a potential employee to ensure your legal rights are protected. Here’s a section of my book “The Employee Rights Handbook” that deals with just that.
Continue reading “Background Checks: Has the past really passed?”
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