The law generally presumes that you are employed at will unless you can prove otherwise, usually through written documents relating to your employment or oral statements your employer has made. Employment Documents Many employers take pains to point out, in their written policies, applications, handbook, job evaluations, or other employment-related documents, that their employees work [...]

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Learn whether your employer must have a good reason for firing you. Job applicants and new employees are often perplexed to read — in a job application, employment contract, or employee handbook — that they will be employed “at will.” They are even more troubled when they find out exactly what this language means: An [...]

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Given the rough economic climate and vulnerable condition of the immigrant worker, there has been an increase of immigrant labor abuse.  Many immigrant workers generally accept these circumstances because of fear and lack of awareness of their rights.  If you feel you have been a victim of abuse or discrimination you may seek the services [...]

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