June 8, 2020

Surprise unemployment drop sparks debate over how fast the economy will rally

The rate reflects parts of the economy reopening in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. An unexpected drop in the unemployment rate set off a fresh round of debate on Friday over how fast the economy can rebound from the coronavirus pandemic and how much the government should intervene to help. The unemployment rate fell …

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How Does FMLA Work and What Should I Know About Hiring Minors for Seasonal Work?

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) gives eligible employees up to 12 workweeks of unpaid leave each year. In addition, employers must maintain employees’ group health benefits during the leave as if employees continued to work instead of taking leave.  Also, employees are also entitled to return to their same or an equivalent job …

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Madeline Messa

Madeline Messa is a 3L at Syracuse University College of Law. She graduated from Penn State with a degree in journalism. With her legal research and writing for Workplace Fairness, she strives to equip people with the information they need to be their own best advocate.