Michigan Employment Law Blog

The Family and Medical Leave Act provides extended leave time for qualifying workers. The FMLA can feel like a godsend to individuals who need extra time off because of health concerns for themselves or their immediately family but cannot risk losing their jobs due to...

Coming into work a little early or having to stay a little late now and then usually is not a problem for most workers. It is common for any hours that exceed a 40-hour workweek to result in overtime pay for qualifying employees, which most appreciate. However, having...

Drawing attention to injustices can be difficult, especially in the workplace. Some Michigan workers may worry that their employers will react negatively to complaints of mistreatment or illegal actions, and unfortunately, retaliation is known to happen. If employees...

The Fair Labor Standards Act is another federal law whose purpose is to work in the best interests of employees. The act addresses many issues that Michigan workers and those across the country could have concerns about. The major points address overtime pay, minimum...

Before losing their job, many people have some kind of heads up. It may be a direct statement from an employer saying that a worker needs to do better or risk losing his or her job, or it could simply be a change in the environment at work, especially after a worker...

Unexpected job loss can weigh heavily on anyone. In some cases, it may have been unavoidable as layoffs or downsizing resulted in the elimination of various positions. On the other hand, some workers may feel as if they were fired from their jobs due to discriminatory...

Many people make friends at work that help them throughout the day. Of course, not every co-worker gets along, and in some cases, people may make going to work a nightmare for other individuals. Sexual harassment and discrimination could easily make any Michigan...

Many Michigan employees may face hurdles at work that make it difficult for them to advance. However, some workers may face issues relating to promotion and salary for no other reason than their race. Unfortunately, race discrimination can negatively affect good...

Going to work is a necessity for most Michigan adults. While some individuals are fortunate to really enjoy their jobs and get along with their co-workers, that is not the case for everyone. In fact, many workers face harassment on the job that can leave them feeling...

The Occupational Safety and Health Act is a federal law that works to protect employees in Michigan and across the country. Some states have taken additional measures to create their own laws to address workplace safety that may not apply everywhere. Still, employers...