Employment Law Resources
How Severance Pay Works: What You Need to Know Before You Sign
Learn how severance is calculated, how it is taxed, and the critical OWBPA protections for workers over 40 before you sign an agreement.
How to Calculate Your PTO Payout When You Leave a Job
Learn the exact formula to calculate your PTO payout, how to convert a salary to an hourly rate, and how much taxes will take out of your final check.
Job Loss Financial Checklist: 12 Steps to Take Immediately
A step-by-step financial checklist for what to do in the first 48 hours and first 30 days after losing your job — from PTO payout to COBRA to your 401k.
Minimum Wage 2026: Federal Rate, All 50 States, and Your Rights
The federal minimum wage remains $7.25 — unchanged since 2009. Check your state's 2026 minimum wage rate and find out what to do if you're being underpaid.
PTO Payout Laws by State: The Complete 2026 Guide
Discover which states legally require employers to pay out unused PTO when you quit or get fired. Check our 2026 state-by-state guide.
What Happens to Your PTO When You Get Laid Off?
Find out if your employer must pay your unused PTO after a layoff, how the WARN Act protects you, and exactly what steps to take in your first 48 hours.
Unlimited PTO: Do You Get Paid Out When You Quit? (2026)
Most employees with unlimited PTO are surprised to learn they may receive nothing when they leave. Here's the truth about unlimited PTO payout laws in 2026.
What Is COBRA Insurance? Costs, Rules & 2026 Alternatives
COBRA lets you keep your employer health insurance after job loss — but at $793/month for single coverage. Learn the rules and cheaper alternatives.
What Is PTO? A Complete Guide for US Employees (2026)
PTO stands for Paid Time Off — the hours your employer pays you while you're not working. Learn how PTO accrues and what happens when you leave.