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What is the Law Regarding Employment in Charlotte?

Employment law in Charlotte governs relationships between employer and employees, and independent contractors. This area of law governs such employment issues as hiring procedures, wage amounts, and termination. Employment law in Charlotte must be understood by employers and employees.

"At-Will" vs. Contract Employment Terms

"At-will" employment is the most common type of employment, but in some cases there may be an employment contract guaranteeing payments for six months to a year. "At-will" employers or employees can end the employment at any given time, if the reasons are not illegal. Laws of both the state and federal government decide which employment terms are valid and enforceable should there be a contract between the Charlotte employee and employer.

Anti-Discrimination laws in Charlotte

Laws that make discrimination illegal at all stages of employment including hiring, wages, and termination policies, all apply to Charlotte citizens. Charlotte residents must follow laws which prohibit employer discrimination against members of different classes. These classes include age, gender, race, religion, disability, and national origin.

Discrimination claims can typically be heard in front of an administrative agency such as the EEOC. Some attorneys specialize in the field of discrimination claims.

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Life in Charlotte

Charlotte, North Carolina is the seventeenth largest city in the U.S. with a population of approximately 1,754, 524. What is interesting is that Charlotte has become a major financial center in the U.S. being the second largest banking center in the country after New York City. That being said, it is natural that Charlotte has a strong legal presence. Charlotte is filled with many law firms that practice in all areas of law. Thus, Charlotte residents will always have their legal needs met with sharp attorneys and competent law firms.

If one wants to take a break from the financial and legal industry, there are a lot of attractions to see! Popular attractions include the US National Whitewater Center, the NASCAR Hall of Fame, the Levine Museum of the New South, Mint Museum Uptown, UNC Botanical Gardens, Charlotte Museum of History, and the Charlotte Bobcats Arena. Evidently, Charlotte has something for everyone and is definitely a place worth visiting.

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