Results Through People
Q: Can I review my HR file, as an employee? Can I take a copy? A: Most employers maintain a file of information on each employee within the company. Often included in this file are an employee’s employment application, a … Continued
Q: My co-workers and I want to approach our leadership team about having more flexibility at work. It very limited. We have scheduled breaks, lunch hours and start/end times. We work for someone who started his career over 30 years … Continued
Q: Is it legal for potential employers to ask what your current salary is and require a specific answer? A: Employers can ask a broad range of questions of candidates. Most employers understand that they should focus on job-related questions. … Continued
Q: I have a friend who has been told that her medical benefits may change this year. She accepted this role because of their generous health care plan. She feels like this is a “bait and switch” from her original … Continued
Q: I run a company in metrowest. We have 27 employees, and then about 5 employees over the summer to cover vacations. My question is regarding summer employees. Are they subject to the same laws as year-round employees? Even PFML? … Continued
Q: I work for a small professional services firm. Most of us have been working remotely but rotating through the office, based on a schedule. Now with more and more people receiving the vaccine, I am feeling more pressure to … Continued
Q: My employer has continued to remain profitable thankfully. We all have jobs despite seeing many jobs go away in 2020 and 2021. I have a question though. As we return to the workplace, slowly and safely, our employer is … Continued
Q: I just returned to my office last week. I am only working at our office a few days per week. Our manager is requiring that we wear some type of face covering. Some employees are wearing homemade masks some … Continued
Q: In July, my employer is requiring many of us to return to work. I am afraid. I have not been at my desk since Friday, March 13th. I don’t want to go back. I am afraid of every door … Continued
Q: I am in a job, and I think I am eligible for paid overtime (at time and one-half) after I work forty hours. I live and work in Massachusetts. However, no one has mentioned lunch breaks. How does this … Continued