Michigan Employment Law Blog

Michigan employees undoubtedly appreciate their ability to earn a living and take care of themselves and their family members. However, many workers may feel as if they are required to give their lives to their careers or risk being reprimanded or even fired....

Long ago, the workforce in Michigan and across the country primarily consisted of men. A significant shift occurred during World War II. Since then, women have become key figures in the American workplace, accounting for approximately half of the workforce. Sadly,...

Getting paid overtime wages can make having to work extra time a bit more appealing. However, there are cases in which employers may attempt to avoid paying time-and-a-half to workers who qualify. If this happens, workers could miss out on their earned wages, and it...

Most people across the United States will find themselves working well into their 60s, if not longer, whether out of necessity or choice. Still, older employees can contribute a great deal to the workforce. Additionally, continuing to work and perform their duties...

Michigan workers and those elsewhere in the United States have various rights and protections under the law. These laws attempt to increase safety for workers and prevent unfair treatment that could happen for nefarious reasons. While not all employers are required to...

It is common for employees in most work industries to feel slighted for various reasons in the workplace. In some cases, the issue may be minor with no true mistreatment having occurred, but in other instances, Michigan workers or those elsewhere may be treated in an...

Employment laws are a necessary part of any industry to ensure that workers are treated fairly. In some cases, workers in Michigan and across the country may need to enforce the rights and protections certain laws provide if they believe it would apply to a current...

Some people in Michigan workplaces may feel as if they do not have to worry about facing discrimination. They may be abled-bodied, not open about their religious practices, of a typically favored gender or otherwise do not fall into one of the classes protected from...

Many women in Michigan and elsewhere have dreamed of being mothers for a good portion of their lives. When the blessed day came that they were able bring their children into the world, they may have felt overjoyed and, possibly, shocked at what they were capable of....

When laws are not followed, victims of the violations can suffer in many ways. While some of the results may seem inconsequential in the long run, serious issues could result if an employer violates the Fair Labor Standards Act, particularly in relation to proper...