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Virginia is an at-will state, which means that both an employee and employer can terminate their employment contract at any time and without notice, depending on certain circumstances. However, while leaving your employment without notice may not always harm you legally, there are potential repercussions depending on the situation. It’s important to note that in […]

Waiting tables, serving drinks, cleaning hotels, and various other jobs in Virginia pay employees through salary and tips. In some cases, employees may earn more in tips from satisfied customers than wages from their employer. However, workers who earn tips must be aware of their rights and potential risks of employment law issues.  Throughout the

When leaving a job, receiving your final paycheck is essential for transitioning smoothly to your next endeavor. Employers that fail to provide employees with their last paychecks can leave workers in financial ruin and with unneeded stress. If you work in Virginia, it is important to know the laws surrounding final paychecks and your rights

When your employer disregards your knowledge and work by failing to pay you what you deserve, they disrespect your qualifications and act unlawfully. Both state and federal laws protect employees from unfair treatment and wage issues, allowing you to sue your employee for their negligence.  Employers may claim they “keep forgetting” or will “pay you

After decades of experience working for the benefit of employees, our firm has learned you should always trust your instincts. If you feel you’re being paid unfairly, check over your pay stubs, calculate the pay you should be receiving, and compare your findings with your current salary. If those do not match, you will want