Is there a law that governs the wages and hours in my workplace?

Maryland wage and hour claim attorney Bruce Luchansky answers the question: “Is there a law that governs the wages and hours in my workplace?” There are several important laws that govern the wages and hours that an employer must pay to i… Read More
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Internet Usage and Personal E-mails

Maryland employee rights attorney Bruce Luchansky answers the question: “Is it legal for my employer to review my internet usage and read personal emails on my company computer in Maryland?” In certain circumstances, it is illegal for an… Read More
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Internet Usage & Personal E-mails

Maryland employee rights attorney Bruce Luchansky answers the question: “Is it legal for my employer to review my internet usage and read personal emails on my company computer in Maryland?” In certain circumstances, it is illegal for an… Read More
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Filing an Overtime Claim in Maryland

Towson, Maryland overtime claim attorney Bruce Luchansky answers the question: “According to the rules for overtime pay in Maryland, how long do I have to file an overtime pay claim?” Under applicable law, you are able to recover unpaid o… Read More
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Interrupted Lunch Breaks

Baltimore County, MD employment law attorney Bruce Luchansky answers the question: “My employer gives me a half hour lunch break and deducts a half hour of pay for that time, but I often interrupt my lunch to do work-related things. Should I be… Read More
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Work Breaks in Maryland

Maryland employment law attorney Bruce Luchansky answers the question: “Is my employer required to allow me to take a break for meals or rest during my workday?” Surprisingly, the answer in Maryland (in most cases) is no. Although there a… Read More
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Workplace Discrimination

Maryland discrimination attorney Bruce Luchansky answers the question: “What should I do if I feel I have been discriminated against based on a characteristic such as race, religion, age, disability, gender, etc?” Take 3 steps right away:… Read More
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Disability Discrimination in Maryland

Maryland employment law attorney Bruce Luchanasky answers the question: “I am physically disabled, and I am looking for a job. Can an employer deny me employment based on my disability?” Not if you can do the job, even if you need the emp… Read More
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Severance Packages

Towson, MD employment attorney Bruce Luchansky answers the question: “What should I do if I was fired from my job, but I have been offered a severance package?“ You need to do 3 things when your former employer offers you a severance pack… Read More
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Can I take time off to vote in Maryland?

Election day is Tuesday, November 6, 2012 – less than two weeks away! Working a full-time schedule while juggling all of our other responsibilities has many employees wondering whether they are permitted, under Maryland law, to take time off to vot… Read More
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