You Can Do it- Be an Educated Job Hunter
Are you feeling a little like your diving blindly into a dog-fight for jobs in an economy that’s in a
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Employment laws, news and updates for minors and young adults
Can I use my employer’s computer? (Computer Fraud Abuse Act)
The answer seems obvious, doesn’t it? Of course you can’t get on your employer’s computer unless you have his or
“Start in the mailroom and work your way up”
Starting at the bottom was the way your parents and grandparents went about their lives when they were starting out.
What if I’m bullied at work?
Bullying of any type should be discussed with your parents or guardian. If it comes from a co-worker, report it
What if you’re sexually harassed at work?
Sexual harassment is defined as any unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other physical or verbal conduct of
Can my boss snoop through my text messages?
Regardless of your age, the law recognizes that you have a reasonable expectation of privacy at work. For example, your boss can’t
Can I start my own business?
The general answer is yes. Because many employers won′t hire anyone younger than fifteen or sixteen, entrepreneurial teens have found
Can I open my own bank account?
Between expenses for transportation, personal items, and entertainment, you may be living from paycheck to paycheck. But if you′re in
Do I have to pay income taxes?
Given the size of your paycheck, you may think that as a teenager you don′t have to worry about filing
If I work, will I be making minimum wage?
The Fair Labor Standards Act establishes an hourly minimum wage for the U.S. workforce. When the Act was passed in