7 laws employers must know
Q: I've been working at my place of employment for three years. I was told that because of my title I am not qualified for overtime pay. I don't even get a break or lunch! Is that legal?
O.W.
A: It's hard to tell whether employers break the law because they are ignorant or diabolical. I like to think it's the former. That said, there is confusion about what is legally required of employers.
To help clarify, here are seven laws every employer must know. (Note: I am giving you federal law here; rules in your state may be different.) more...
By Steve Strauss