Workers' Comp Not Working For Low-Wage Employees

Workers' compensation is a state-mandated program for workers who are injured while on the job.  However, a recent study conducted by the National Employment Law Project found that low-wage earners are not likely to file for workers' compensation even when seriously injured.  Many workers were required to report to work after an injury, the study said. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-29 19:50:09

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Kalamazoo Repeals Gay Rights

Score another one for the religious right in Kalamazoo, Michigan Six weeks after passing a gay rights law, ... it a civil offense in the city of 7,200 to discriminate in housing, public accommodations or employment ... petitions with about 1,600 signatures seeking the law's repeal. If officials found at least 1,273 [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 20:31:35

New Jersey Employment Lawyers

An employment lawyer works two ways. He represents the employer, as well as the employee ... keeps you updated on the rapidly changing laws, which may be difficult for you to interpret ... . Additionally, lawyer protect you from violating any laws regarding overtime pay, family leave [more...]

Date: 2008-11-30 14:17:02

The use of white phosphorous

Accusations that Israel employs sinister and “illegal” weapons are not new ... a common use. The way Hamas used it, packed into a mortar or rocket is illegal under international law. ... to illuminate a target or create smoke is legitimate under international law, and that there was no evidence [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 17:41:41

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