Employee Bill of Rights
THE EMPLOYEE’S BILL OF RIGHTS
You have the right to a workplace that is safe, fair, and free of discrimination.
Below is a clear, empowering list of rights every employee should know.
1. The Right to a Workplace Free of Discrimination
- You cannot be treated differently because of your race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, marital status, or other protected categories.
- You have the right to complain about discrimination without retaliation.
2. The Right to a Workplace Free of Harassment
- You are protected from unwanted conduct—including racial slurs, sexual comments, intimidation, and bullying—that creates a hostile work environment.
- Employers must take reasonable steps to prevent and correct harassment.
3. The Right to Be Paid All Wages Earned
- You must be paid for all hours worked—no off-the-clock time, no unpaid “volunteering,” no forcing you to work through your breaks.
- Overtime must be paid when legally required.
- Your employer must provide accurate wage statements.
4. The Right to Rest and Meal Breaks
- Non-exempt employees are entitled to uninterrupted meal and rest periods.
- If you miss a legally required break, you are owed premium pay.
5. The Right to a Safe and Healthy Workplace
- You have the right to equipment, training, and policies that protect you from hazards.
- You may refuse unsafe work and report safety violations without retaliation.
6. The Right to Report Misconduct
- You can report discrimination, harassment, safety violations, unpaid wages, or illegal conduct internally or to government agencies.
- Whistleblower laws protect you from retaliation.
7. The Right to Reasonable Accommodations
- Employees with disabilities, pregnant workers, and those with medical conditions are entitled to accommodations that enable them to work safely and effectively.
- Your employer must engage in a timely, good-faith interactive process.
8. The Right to Equal Pay for Equal Work
- You cannot be paid less because of your gender, race, or other protected traits.
- You have the right to discuss wages openly.
9. The Right to Family and Medical Leave
- You may be entitled to job-protected leave to care for yourself or family members.
- Your employer cannot interfere with or retaliate against your use of leave.
10. The Right to Work Free from Retaliation
- Your employer cannot punish you for standing up for your rights, filing a complaint, or opposing workplace wrongdoing.
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