Originally published May 4th, 2017. Updated March 16, 2026. Table of Contents • The Nightmare Scenario: A Rescinded Job Offer • Why Do Companies Rescind Job Offers? • Can You Sue if a Job Offer is Rescinded? • What is Promissory Estoppel? • What This Means for Employees • What to Do if Your Job […]
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Understanding and Combating Wage Theft: Know Your Rights Wage theft is a pervasive issue affecting many employees across various industries. It can take many forms, from unpaid overtime to illegal paycheck deductions. This blog will explore what wage theft is, how to recognize it, and the steps you can take to protect your rights.
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It is not uncommon for people to come in my office and ask me to write a “strongly worded letter” to their former employer after they have been fired. But that’s all they want me to do. Just write the letter. I understand why. They think that if I write a letter, their employer will
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Your ability to reach a favorable settlement is related to two primary factors: (1) the objective strength of your case and (2) the “burn rate” associated with the litigation process. The objective strength of your case depends on the existence of objective “hard” evidence that is difficult for the employer to deny. Note that this
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In many cases, you should—or must—take several steps before filing a claim of discrimination against your employer. In this chapter, we’ll cover the preliminary steps that normally precede pursuing a claim with an agency or a court. Step 1: Beat the Filing Deadline The first step is to retain your attorney and determine the time
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