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Legal Advice for Workers

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At least once a week I get asked a question that has a "legal" implication. I'm not a lawyer, and even though I tell these people they need to get legal advice, I know that's not possible for everyone. That's why I'd like to pass on some information I just received.

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Dear Employers: It's Time to Stop Treating Applicants Like Crap

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A Wall Street Journal story points out that some hiring managers may fear they'll say something wrong to candidates when telling them they didn't get the job, fearing legal consequences. I may buy this is some rare instances, but couldn't they get a script from the legal department so that they stay out of legal hot water?

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5 Critical Steps to Take When You Quit a Job

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Make it legal. Include: the date the letter is written, your official last day (two weeks is the common courtesy) and your legal name, along with your signature. If this is the case, make sure you have all your personal files removed from your computer and have cleared away any questionable material from your desk.

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Is Using Social Media at Work a Good Idea?

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Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Thursday, July 22, 2010 Is Using Social Media at Work a Good Idea? It also can be about exchanging professional information and learning about industry trends. Louis Children’s Hospital.

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What References are Really Saying About You

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Even if a supervisor or human-resource manager tries to avoid giving any additional information because of liability worries, recruiters often can find a way around that requirement. If they won't listen, tell them you may take legal action if they don't rescind them," he says. or 'what were this person's strengths and weaknesses?'

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How to Know When Someone is Lying

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You have to figure out the consequences of confrontation, which can range from nothing happening to the liar facing legal action or job loss. So, liars may say that their information is going only to a trusted few or may pitch in to help on a task when they''re really the ones hurting us behind the scenes, she says.'

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On the Job by Anita Bruzzese: How to Quit a Job Properly

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Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Thursday, July 16, 2009 How to Quit a Job Properly No one talks much these days about quitting a job. Make it legal. and state clearly your intentions.

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