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After enduring a long convalescence, that humdrum job never looked so good! An employee may have a right to be reinstated to a former job upon returning from medical leave (employee reinstatement rights). The Family and Medical Leave Act generally applies to an employee who has worked for an employer with over 50 employees for…

How to turn probation into job security! It is fairly common for new employees to be put on probation for a few months. Probationary periods usually include fewer rights than after that period. During the probationary period, employees usually do not qualify for vacation, sick leave and other benefits. They are also more subject to…

It is none of your business, you may feel like saying when an overly personal question is asked by a prospective employer. Actually, some of these employment interview questions may even be illegal. It is improper to ask about your sexual preference, marital status, dependents, whether you have made provisions for childcare, if you’re pregnant,…

If you are not fired with enthusiasm, you will be fired with enthusiasm, said Vince Lombardi. Enthusiasm. Is it really that important? Can we just do our jobs and survive in the workplace? Survive, perhaps but not thrive and maybe worry about job security. Enthusiasm implies a positive, vigorous, zealous, teachable, results-oriented, attitude and is…

I was fired, so I cannot get unemployment benefits. This is a common misperception I often hear from clients. It is too bad, because many of these workers may be unwittingly failing to claim thousands of dollars of unemployment benefits & lost job security compensation. Certainly, layoffs are the traditional means by which terminated employees…

Miranda rights for job applicants? Not exactly, but you do not have to answer all questions asked during an interview. While employers can ask your nickname or assumed name to check on your work records, they can’t ask for your maiden or original name, or require you to submit your birth certificate. They can ask…