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Can You Record Conversations at Work in Virginia?

A major hurdle for plaintiffs in employment law cases, particularly in employment discrimination, sexual harassment, and retaliation cases, is producing enough evidence to support their claims. Neither civil courts nor the...
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How to Mitigate Concerns About Your Fitness for a Security Clearance

Obtaining a security clearance for a federal job or as a federal contractor can be a lengthy and invasive process. As we mentioned in a previous post, the federal government measures an applicant’s continued fitness for a...
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The Most Common Ways to Lose Your Federal Security Clearance

Obtaining a security clearance is an essential component of many federal jobs. Federal employees who occupy sensitive positions or otherwise have access to classified information must first obtain a security clearance before...
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What to Do If You Think You’ve Been Wrongfully Terminated

Losing your job can be a stressful and traumatic experience, and termination of employees is rarely a decision employers make lightly. But it can be even worse when your termination was wrongful — i.e., contrary to law,...
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More Salaried Employees Are Now Eligible for Overtime. Here’s What You Need to Know.

Moving from being paid hourly to being paid a salary is generally an achievement to be proud of, as it typically indicates a higher-level job with greater responsibilities. However, there are a few downsides to making a...
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