Noncompete agreements are meant to protect a company's trade secrets and competitive advantage. However, there may be times when noncompete agreements can become overly restrictive. If it comes to a point when it already impacts your ability to make a living, what...
Those who have invested in their careers usually want to remain employed until they are ready to retire. However, some people lose their jobs unexpectedly to a termination or a layoff. Such decisions are often made by employers seeking to maximize profits or address...
When you decide to part ways with an Idaho employer, it's customary to provide advance notice of your departure. However, if you are an at-will employee, there is no legal requirement to do so. Therefore, you are free to leave a company for any reason such as the fact...
As an Idaho resident, it's important to understand your rights as a worker and what your employer is legally obligated to provide for you. When you understand your rights, including those around breaks, you'll have a better understanding of what to expect at work....
Many older people in Idaho wonder if they have been a victim of age discrimination in the workplace. They may have been asked to train younger workers who then take over their job. These workers may even overhear the supervisor telling jokes about older adults. Others...
At-will employment is a concept that is important to understand for both employers and employees in Idaho. Under this employment model, an employer or employee can terminate employment at any time and for any reason if it is not discriminatory or violates the law....
Idaho is a state full of many hard-working people. Unfortunately, these people can also find themselves victims of wrongful terminations. A wrongful termination is any discharge that violates either local, state or federal laws. With that said, someone must prove that...
Idaho workers face age discrimination and its adverse effects, like poor morale, lack of confidence and depression. Historically, ageism targeted older workers, but ageism also affects younger workers in vast numbers. One example is when younger workers get passed...
Becoming a nurse is a dream that many Idaho residents hold dear in their hearts. However, everything could change in the blink of an eye if a person is arrested for DUI. It’s crucial to know what can happen to your career if you face charges. DUI’s effect on nursing...
All workers in Idaho deserve to be free of discrimination on the job. Unfortunately, in spite of the law, some employers are guilty of discriminating against employees. This gives any employee who is being targeted the right to file a discrimination claim against the...
