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Work Labor Law For The Rank And Filer In Michigan
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Michigan workplaces are no longer governed by a “right-to-work” law, as the repeal took effect on February 13, 2024. Once again employees can be required to join a union to keep their jobs.
Notice Requirements: Michigan law does not generally require employers to provide advance notice of termination to employees, unless specified in an employment contract or collective bargaining agreement.
If your employer won't fix the problem, you can report them to the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth at .michigan/cis or 1-800- 866-4674, or the US Department of Labor at .dol or 1-866-4-DOL-USA.
The Michigan Civil Rights Act prohibits employers from failing or refusing to hire or recruit, discharge, or otherwise discriminate against individuals with respect to employment, compensation, or a term, condition, or privilege of employment, or limit, segregate, or classify an employee or applicant for employment in ...
CA law specifically requires lunch breaks for employees that work over five hours on the shift. However, an employee and employer must agree to a waiver of the lunch break.
How many breaks in an 8-hour shift in Michigan? Minor employees would receive one 30-minute break during an 8-hour shift. No requirement is in place for adult employees.
How many breaks in an 8-hour shift in Michigan? Minor employees would receive one 30-minute break during an 8-hour shift. No requirement is in place for adult employees.
Michigan follows the at-will doctrine, which means employers have the right to terminate employees for any reason, as long as the decision is not discriminatory or retaliatory.
If you need help or have questions about filing a complaint, the U.S. Wage and Hour Division provides a help line at (866) 487-9243. You can contact the Detroit office at (313) 309-4500 or the Grand Rapids office at (616) 456-2004.
Many investigations are initiated by complaints, which are confidential. The name of the complainant, the nature of the complaint, and whether a complaint exists may not be disclosed.