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
Keeping salaries confidential
Q: My employer has an employee handbook that says I can’t discuss my wages and benefits with my co-workers or outside the company. Is this legal? A: No, this request is unlawful. There is a federal law called the National … Continued
Nosy in-law with compensation questions
Q: My brother-in-law repeatedly asks personal questions of me and others all the time. He will ask about health issues, family planning issues and income issues. At Thanksgiving he had too much to drink and cornered me and proceeded to … Continued