Why wasn’t I paid for my sick days?
Q: Earlier this spring I was out with the flu. I brought in a doctor’s note saying that my illness was legitimate. I was told that my company offered paid sick time. Now, they are saying that I was not … Continued
Post-merger, can they change my benefits?
Q: I was hired by Company A two years ago as a Sales Executive. In January, we were acquired by Company B. At first, nothing changed. Now though all of our benefits are changing. We just were notified that Company … Continued
Independent contractor and getting paid
Q: I am an independent contractor and file my own taxes, etc. One of my clients pays me on the first of every month, for the work completed in the prior month. I should have a check in hand by … Continued
Can you file for unemployment benefits after signing a release?
Q: I recently signed a severance agreement. The title of the document was “agreement and release.” I was given six weeks of severance in exchange for signing the release. My question to you is about collecting unemployment compensation during this … Continued
No year-end bonus
Q: I was just told that I would be one of the few employees not receiving a year-end bonus this year. Historically my company rewards employees with a bonus in January, based on the prior year’s performance, both company and … Continued
A company acquisition may translate to a change in employee benefits
Q: When I was first hired by my company I was promised a list of generous benefits. My company was just acquired by a larger firm. We have been told that many benefits may change as of January 1st. Rumors … Continued
What to expect from an exit interview
Q: I have just given my notice after working for seven years at my current company. I was told that I should schedule an exit interview with corporate HR. I have never participated in an exit interview. What does this … Continued
Disclosing vacation plans as a final candidate
Q: I am planning to take a family vacation this summer. We have already booked our plane tickets and hotel for the first two weeks of July. I am also interviewing for a job and am a finalist for two … Continued
Who is impacted by new minimum wage law?
Q: I work in a bookstore and enjoy my work. I work about 20 hours per week. My hours fluctuate based on the owner’s needs. I have been reading about the new minimum wage in Massachusetts. Is this only for … Continued