Paid family and medical leave is a lifeline for families who need to take time off work to bond with a new child, for their own serious medical condition, or to care for family member with a serious medical condition, but are concerned about the loss...
Often the ways that federal laws, state laws, and employer policies work together are like puzzle pieces fitting together. Except that everyone’s puzzle is going to look a little different, depending on which laws apply to you, which state you live in, and what benefits...
Many individuals decide to work through cancer treatment or return to work, while still managing side effects of cancer treatment with medications. Trying to figure out what has to be disclosed to employers or potential employers is a common concern for individuals. For more general...
If you are receiving disability benefits because of a cancer diagnosis, you may be considering going back to work. You may even be eager to get back to the normalcy of working. As Americans, we get a great sense of worth and identity from our...
Terri Wingham, Founder & Executive Director of A Fresh Chapter, is back to talk about the power of "networking" and what that even means! Networking is often a loaded word. As defined by Merriam-Webster, “Networking is the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or...
by Joanna Morales, Esq. Thinking about a career change? Looking for a new job? Wanting to get back into the workforce? Here is an interesting list of the 10 questions that you should ask before you accept a job offer: https://www.themuse.com/advice/10-questions-you-absolutely-must-ask-before-accepting-a-job-offer. Being interviewed is a two-way street....
Ever wish your co-worker with a cold would stay home, instead of bringing their germs to work? Maybe they can’t. In most states, employers are actually not required to provide you with time off from work if you are sick or you need to see a...
Cancer rights attorney and advocate, Joanna Morales, shares her advice for managing the financial impact and questions that accompany a cancer diagnosis. Most cancer survivors are unaware of their rights and the resources available to assist them through the vast maze of legal, employment, and...
One common concern after receiving a cancer diagnosis is, “How can I continue to earn a living if cancer leaves me unable to work, either for the short-term or long-term?” Disability insurance can provide you with some income when a medical condition, including cancer, leaves...