FMLA after a serious health condition
Q: I recently had a serious medical problem. I spent a few days in the hospital and I am at home now with physical therapy and a visiting nurse. I expect that I will be able to return to work … Continued
Documents required upon hire
Q: I recently verbally accepted a new job. I received the offer letter. It describes requiring some documentation on my first date of employment. Can you explain why they need these documents? And they recommend bringing a driver’s license and … Continued
A salary reduction under the equal pay act?
Q: I am a technical sales engineer. I work mostly in the Cambridge area. I know I am reasonably compensated, based on calls I get from headhunters. I have several different peers across the US. In my opinion, we are … Continued
A candidate being pursued
Q: Two years ago I landed a job. It’s ok. I don’t love it and I don’t hate it. However since January, 2017, I am getting calls from headhunters almost every week. What is this all about? Some are discussing … Continued
Understanding options after a job elimination
Q: I have a question and was wondering if someone can help me in answering it. I was recently told that my position was being eliminated at one of the big four accounting firms. I was told that they are … Continued
New business owner has questions on sick time law
Q: I just started my own business. I have never owned a small business before. Some of my employees seem to know more about these laws than I do. Can you fill me in on this Mass. sick time law … Continued
A new work schedule and the pitfalls of “at-will” employment
Q: In December, our company owner told us there may be changes in our hours and shifts and that he was “figuring it all out” but that our preferences would be heard. Each of us met with him and explained … Continued
Don’t forget about rehires!
If you are recruiting, don’t forget about rehires!
Career Makeover – August 29, 2010
Read about a talented IT developer looking for work in the Boston area! From the Career Makeover series sponsored by the Boston Globe (www.boston.com).
Job Doc live chat – Monday, March 22, 2010
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