You clocked fifty-five hours last week, watched the minutes tick by, expected the extra pay, and then received a paycheck missing the time-and-a-half pay you expected. If that sounds familiar, know this: under Arizona overtime laws, most eligible workers are entitled to receive overtime pay once their hours exceed 40 in a workweek. If you suspect your employer miscalculated...
Continue ReadingIf you’ve faced unfair treatment at work because of where you or your family come from, you may be confronting national origin discrimination in Arizona. Maybe you were passed over for a promotion, denied training, or subjected to comments about your accent or heritage. You trusted your employer to treat you fairly, but instead, you were sidelined. At Shields...
Continue ReadingExperiencing gender discrimination in the workplace in Arizona can leave you feeling powerless and uncertain about what to do next. Maybe you’ve been passed over for promotions, paid less than a colleague of another gender, or treated unfairly because of outdated stereotypes. No matter how it happens, gender discrimination is never acceptable, and you don’t have to face it...
Continue ReadingInternal investigations can seem mysterious and even alarming to the employees involved. However, they are vital for keeping the work environment fair and safe. This blog post will shed some light on the investigation process for employees. We’ll answer questions many employees have, including: Understanding what to expect during an internal investigation can help relieve anxiety and prepare you...
Continue ReadingRacial discrimination is an ongoing challenge across the United States, and Arizona is no stranger to this issue. If you believe racial bias is impacting your work environment, it is essential to understand racial discrimination laws in Arizona and your legal rights. This article will walk you through Arizona’s laws against racial discrimination in workplace settings, shedding light on...
Continue ReadingBeing fired is disorienting. For some, it is sudden and humiliating. For others, it comes after months of unease. Either way, one question often lingers when the dust settles: Can an employer enforce a non-compete after firing? In Arizona, the answer is complicated. Courts sometimes uphold these agreements, but only when they are tightly drawn, justified by legitimate business...
Continue ReadingA promotion, a fresh role, or even a bold leap into entrepreneurship should mark progress, not spark fears of legal action. Yet, when non-solicitation agreements are involved, anxiety and even panic often follow. Employers draft these contracts to protect hard-earned client relationships and company talent, while employees worry that those same clauses could limit their careers. Are non-solicitation agreements...
Continue ReadingNon-compete agreements are a hotly debated issue in employment law. Employers and employees always want to know how to get out of a non-compete in Arizona. As an employee, you may feel trapped by restrictions that limit your ability to earn a living. However, if you run a business, these agreements help protect it. While getting out of these...
Continue ReadingAt Shields Petitti & Zoldan, PLC, we help Arizona employees and employers navigate difficult workplace disputes. One of the most common questions we hear is, What happens if you violate a non-compete agreement? Depending on your circumstances, a breaching party may have to pay the other party or comply with a court order restricting their business activities. The best...
Continue ReadingSometimes, the connection between an employee and employer does not end after a job termination, such as when an employee signed a non-compete or non-solicitation agreement that affects their future employment. There are many differences between non-compete vs. non-solicitation provisions (also called restrictive covenant provisions). Choosing the right provision is critical when deciding which is the right tool for...
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