Employment Law Author

Alyssa Waters

Alyssa Waters is a seasoned employment law attorney with a strong background in representing clients in discrimination and wage disputes. She has a deep understanding of the complexities of employment law and is dedicated to advocating for her clients' rights.

Credentials

J.D., Harvard Law School, LL.M. in Employment Law

10+ yearsEmployment DiscriminationWage and Hour Law

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Articles by Alyssa Waters

How Does Unemployment Work? Eligibility and BenefitsHow to Get Health Insurance for Employees: Options and CostsWhat Is a Domestic Worker? Legal Definition and RightsWhat Background Check Do Employers Use: Types & RightsWhat Is Contract or Freelance Work and How Are You Taxed?How Do Salaried Employees Get Paid: Rules and DeductionsHow Do Jobs Know If You Graduated High School?How to Handle a Pay Cut: Your Rights and Next StepsIs Pregnancy a Pre-Existing Condition for Short-Term Disability?Can I Email My Two Weeks Notice? What to KnowWhen Will a Contract Vest? Types, Triggers, and TaxesDo I Need Employers' Liability Insurance for Subcontractors?Who Are Non-Exempt Employees? FLSA Rights ExplainedHow Do Companies Run Background Checks on You?What Is Commission-Only Pay? Wages, Rights, and RulesDo Firefighters Get Overtime? FLSA Rules ExplainedDo House Sitters Get Paid? Rates, Taxes, and AgreementsHow to Put in a 2 Week Notice: Steps and RightsIs Laid Off the Same as Fired? Key Legal DifferencesWhat Are Union Dues? Costs, Coverage, and Your RightsHow Long Does FSA Reimbursement Take? Claims & DeadlinesCan Employers Look at Your Social Media? Laws and LimitsCan You Be Fired? At-Will Rules and Legal ProtectionsHow to Formally Give Two Weeks Notice and Know Your RightsWhat Does Bondable Mean? Qualifications and DisqualifiersWhat Is a Contracted Employee? Taxes, Rights & RisksIs Workers' Comp Required? State Rules and ExemptionsCan I Use Commuter Benefits for Gas? Rules and ExceptionsIs Disability Insurance Required by Law: State MandatesDo Independent Contractors Have to Follow Company Policies?