As an employee, you deserve to be treated with respect. Yet, it is not uncommon for employees to feel violated or taken advantage of at their job. When employers violate the law, they are breaking more than just your contract, and they are taking away your dignity. At Employee Rights Attorney Group, we are on a mission to empower employees to seek justice when their employer has violated their rights. Here are some cases of violation that you might encounter at work and how you can take action.
A Day in the Life of an Employee
You show up to work and punch in. You walk into your office, and all of a sudden, you realize your boss is in your face demanding to see some overtime paperwork. You quickly scramble to the filing cabinet to find it, only to find that it’s gone. The workload is already high enough, so you wonder what this paperwork is all about. You know that overtime is the main reason you chose this job. Now you have to tell your boss that you never had it.
Taking Action for Yourself
You have a right to speak up against something that is hurting you and your fellow employees. Whether sexual harassment, discrimination, unfair wages, or unfair scheduling, speak up to your boss and HR. Not only will it allow you to get a conversation started, but it will also protect you in the future if something happens. Employers are required to pay for employees meals and lodging as part of their overtime. But, when your manager uses your meal or lodging money to pay for his dinner with another employee, it is considered taking advantage of you.
Taking Action Against Your Employer
When a new employee is hired, the training they receive is almost always covered by a contract. This is usually what employees are concerned about when they have a complaint. But, what can happen if they don’t receive a signed contract? What can happen if they feel they have done nothing wrong, yet they are being “set up” to be fired? If you’ve ever experienced this situation and you want to speak out, you can always reach out to us at Employee Rights Attorney Group for assistance. You can also learn more about the legal claims you may have and decide whether you want to speak out on your own or ask to be represented.
Final Thoughts
Harassment in the workplace has been given so many negative connotations over the years that it has created a stigma. Those feelings persist today, and you must get the facts before assuming that the person harassing you is someone you can trust. Keep in mind that most harassment claims come from low-level employees who are only trying to earn a higher position. If you have something to say to a supervisor or senior employee and feel like they are hostile, there is a chance that they are not respecting you.
