Unsafe products sent out to retail establishments can cause serious illness and injury. Historically, there have been issues ranging from contaminated medications to defective vehicle components that have put consumers at risk affecting the public at any given time....
Year: 2023
What West Virginia workers should know about unpaid overtime
Federal law makes overtime pay a requirement for non-exempt workers in a variety of situations. There are also rules in West Virginia that govern overtime pay. In general, employees should receive at least 150% of their average hourly pay for the hours over 40 that...
Is it a lemon? Here are 3 things to look out for before buying
In West Virginia, lemon laws specifically apply to new vehicles with defects. It is very common for those looking at new vehicles on a dealership lot to assume that the vehicle is in pristine condition and will be useful with minimal maintenance and service for at...
5 subtle signs of workplace discrimination
Workplace discrimination is often a violation of someone's basic rights. Employers should not make decisions based on protected characteristics, including race, religion and sex. They should also help cultivate a positive work environment so that no one feels excluded...
The warning signs of wrongful termination
Technically, employers in West Virginia can fire at-will workers with no warning and no explanation. At-will employment laws give both companies and workers the right to terminate an employment agreement at any point without consequence, generally speaking. However,...
What happens when you get ripped off in a Ponzi scheme?
Investment fraud can prove devastating for businesses or specific individuals. You might also be an individual who hired a specific financial professional or bought into a specific fund because of the promise of high returns on your investment. Sometimes,...
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