Fair Labor Practices

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Your Right to Fair Labor Practices
Not every workplace is perfect, but no one should have to tolerate unbearable conditions or unfair practices for a paycheck. Employment, however, is a fundamental block of society and the workplace plays a major role in the lives of most Americans.

Labor laws were therefore created to balance the negotiating power between employers and employees to maintain a balance that creates a favorable atmosphere. The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) is considered the "main" federal law that regulates the relationship between unions and employers in the private sector. Under the NLRA, employees may:

• Join or form a union
• Strike for better working conditions or salaries
• Assist a union in organizing employees
• Participate in protected union activities

Unfair labor practices are violations of the NLRA. Either an employer or a union could violate the NLRA if either party interferes or restrains workers' rights under this federal law. Workers in Alabama and across the nation rely on labor laws to protect their rights, maintain a fair relationship between themselves and employers, and resolve any unfair workplace procedures. These labor laws give workers the right to engage in activities such as strikes, and have their voices heard and their demands met.

The fair labor lawyers at Burke, Harvey & Frankowski are committed to representing those who have been victimized by:

• Wage Disputes
• Overtime
• Reprisals against them as Whistleblowers
• Long-Term Disability Benefits Denial

Besides the NLRA, employees are protected by a complicated network of federal and state laws. Different laws dictate how employers must treat their current employees, past employees and potential employees undergoing the application process. These laws guard workers against discrimination or harassment based on various factors including age, race, sexual orientation, gender, religion, disability, and many others.

Another important law is the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which establishes rules for full and part-time employees in the private sector, as well as federal and local governments. The FLSA sets standards for minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor.

Read more about your Wage and Overtime Rights.

If you or someone you love has been the victim of unfair labor practices, you have the legal right to hold your employer responsible. Contact the fair labor practice lawyers at Burke, Harvey & Frankowski today. Serving Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee and Florida, our attorneys can help you understand the law and your rights as an employee. Call or e-mail us today for a free evaluation.

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