You and Your Job - Askthejudge

The answer seems obvious, doesn’t it? Of course you can’t get on your employer’s computer unless you have his or her permission. That seems to be common sense. But how much access do you have even if you’re permitted to log on for work purposes? …

Bullying of any type should be discussed with your parents or guardian. If it comes from a co-worker, report it to your supervisor as well. In April, 2008, the Indiana Supreme Court upheld a jury verdict of $325,000.00 against a heart surgeon who verbally assaulted …

Sexual harassment is defined as any unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other physical or verbal conduct of a sexual nature. Since it involves treating someone differently because of his or her gender, it’s discrimination and is against the law. Harassment can happen …

  Regardless of your age, the law recognizes that you have a reasonable expectation of privacy at work.  For example, your boss can’t search your purse or your wallet unless it’s a condition of employment that you’ve agreed to  when hired. Your employer may have company rules …

The general answer is yes. Because many employers won′t hire anyone younger than fifteen or sixteen, entrepreneurial teens have found that starting a business is a great way to join the workforce and earn money. Before starting a business, research the laws in your state …

Between expenses for transportation, personal items, and entertainment, you may be living from paycheck to paycheck. But if you′re in the habit of setting $5 or $10 aside each payday, you might want to consider opening your own bank account. Studies in 1996 indicated that …