Definition of Non-Productive Hours
At work, not all time on the clock is spent in productive labor and is legally called nonproductive hours. The law still considers this to be work, however, and it can add up to a big expense for a business.
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Indiana Department of Labor's Unjust Employee Termination Laws
Unlike other states, Indiana has fewer wrongful discharge protections for employees.arizona state flag image by JJAVA from Fotolia.comIndiana is one of many states in the country that practices at will employment. At will employment allows an employer or an employee to terminate...
Transportation Compensation Coverage
The costs, both in amounts of time and money, following an accident at work can be incredibly high. With assistance from workers' compensation protection, many workers are able to remain financially stable while recovering from a serious injury or complication caused by their field of work. How
Tennessee Salary Labor Laws
Tennessee does not have salary labor laws, though businesses must still comply with federal laws.Tennessee state contour against blurred USA flag image by Stasys Eidiejus from Fotolia.comTennessee residents who receive a salary for their work possess certain rights under state and federal...
Nigerian Labor Laws
Violations of Nigeria's labor laws remain common.nigeria flag icon. (with clipping path) image by Andrey Zyk from Fotolia.comLong embroiled in political corruption, government waste and military conflicts over its abundant resources, the Federal Republic of Nigeria often fails to uphold...
Family Leave Act Law of Pennsylvania
The Family Medical Leave Act is a federal law that gives workers the right to take time off from the job due to family medical needs or other family issues. Individual states have the ability to increase the benefits if they choose to do so, but Pennsylvania has chosen to use the federal law as it i
What Can Happen if I Don't Tell a Potential Employer That I Was Terminated?
Nothing can typically happen to you for not telling a potential employer that you were terminated in a previous position unless you lie about it when asked. A termination is something that you do not need to include in a cover letter or resume, but you may get a question about it on an application o
Sweatshop Labor Laws
The U.S. Department of Labor defines a sweatshop as a factory that violates more than one of the U.S. labor laws, such as paying minimum wage, paying overtime, paying on time, and maintaining time cards. The Fair Labor Standards Act was written to directly address workplace issues commonly associate
The Federal Employment Equity Act
Canada's Employment Equity Act is designed to make sure Canadians are not denied jobs based on their age, race or any other quality, besides their ability to perform the job. By doing this, it attempts to ensure all citizens are fairly represented in the workforce.
Congo Labor Laws
Labor laws in the Republic of Congo grant employees certain rights.congo republic flag icon. (with clipping path) image by Andrey Zyk from Fotolia.comLabor laws in the Republic of Congo are enforced by the Ministry of Labor and all employees are entitled to a minimum wage and safe working...
Where to Do Online Employment Background Checks
Employment background checks are vitally important in all parts of society. This means they need to be reliable and up-to-date, otherwise they can cause more trouble than they solve.
How to File an EEOC Complaint While Working for the Employer
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is a federal agency charged with investigating employment discrimination complaints. Any person who believes that he was discriminated against by an employer, and the employer has 15 or more employees, may file a complaint with the EEOC. A person wh
Should You File An Accident At Work Claim?
The work accident statistics for the UK, as reported by the Health and Safety Executive, are staggering. In 2009/2010, 1.3 million employees took time off from work because of an illness or injury which occurred during the average work day. This equates to 28.5 million worker days lost to the nation
Labor Laws of Nevada
A hard day's work, but protected by labor laws.man at work image by Diorgi from Fotolia.comNevada's labor laws were enacted to ensure the fair and safe employment of U.S. citizens and residents of Nevada. The labor laws, an enforced list of employer requirements, are compliant with...
Nova Scotia Work Place Safety Rules & Information
Nova Scotia's occupational safety laws set out responsbilities of all work place parties.neuer markt image by Angelika Bentin from Fotolia.comIn Nova Scotia, Canada, there are about 12,000 recorded accidents in the work place every year, according to the Workers' Compensation Board of...
Labor Laws for Salaried Emloyees in Arizona
The minimum wage is set to increase in Arizona on January 1, 2011.dockhand image by Pix by Marti from Fotolia.comThe federal Fair Labor Standards Act created minimum uniform protections for all salaried employees in the United States. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, all employees are...
Compromise Agreement Solicitors - Negotiating a Good Settlement
The employer is responsible for drafting the agreement. S/He is usually offering the agreement to an employee with the aim of freeing himself or herself from any form of claim that the employee could file for in the future.
Department of Labor Laws in Alabama
Alabama's Department of Labor mandates a certain level of hourly pay for workers.laborer resting image by Joy Fera from Fotolia.comAlabama's Department of Labor enforces the state's labor laws. Wages, safety and health in the workplace and union membership are some of the issues that fall...
California's Department of Labor Laws for Lunch Periods
California's Department of Labor, known as the California Department of Industrial Relations, DIR, enforces the state's labor laws outlined in Title 8 of the California Statutes. While federal labor laws under the Fair Labor Standards Act do not provide for lunch breaks, the state of California requ
Payroll Check Distribution Laws
State law may dictate how the employer should handle paycheck distribution.check in macro image by Alexey Klementiev from Fotolia.comThe United States Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division regulates the federal wage laws. The state labor board administers the state wage laws....