Know your rights, where to get help and ways to help yourself
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Working Conditions - Unfair or Illegal? Some common working conditions that are unfair but not illegal. (You can open this link only if you already have Adobe Reader on your computer. If you do not, go to www.adobe.com, look for the yellow icon that reads "Get Adobe Reader", click on that icon and follow the instructions to upload the program onto your computer.)
By: 9 to 5 National Association of Working Women
A Guide to Workers Health and Safety
(Separate Website)
Learn about your rights to a safe and healthful workplace.
By: Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor
Employee Rights & Law Center
(Separate Website)
Can you be required to take a drug test? Who is entitled to earn overtime? What kinds of conduct fall under the definition of illegal discrimination and harassment -- and what should you do if you are a victim? Can you take time off work to care for a new child, serve in the military, cast your ballot, or recover from a serious illness? Get detailed answers to all of your questions about workplace rights here.
By: Nolo Plain English Law Centers
Family and Medical Leave Act Advisor
(Separate Website)
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Advisor provides information about employee eligibility under FMLA; including valid reasons for leave; employee/employer notification responsibilities; and employee rights and benefits. Click on "Family and Medical Leave Act Advisor" above for more information.
By: U.S. Department of Labor
Appropriate Dispute Resolution
(Separate Website)
This information will help you learn about the many options you have when you are involved in a dispute.
By: Colorado Bar Association
Can My Boss Do That?
(Separate Website)
Protect yourself from unemployment and learn more about your rights as an employee.
By: Interfaith Worker Justice
Employee Rights under the National Labor Relations Act
(Separate Website)
The National Labor Relations Board administers the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) which oversees the relationship between employers, unions and employees, and the rights of employees to organize and bargain with their employer collectively or refrain from such activities.
By: National Labor Relations Board
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