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What is the Law Regarding Employment in Jackson?

Employment law in Jackson governs relationships between employer and employees, and independent contractors. This area of law governs such employment issues as hiring procedures, wage amounts, and termination. Employers and their employees alike should be aware of Jackson employment laws.

"At-Will" vs. Contract Employment Terms

Employment is usually considered to be "at-will", although at times the employer and employee might have an employment contract preventing termination before it expires. "At-will" employment means that either the employer or the employee can terminate the position at any given time, even without a particular reason, so long as the termination does not violate the law In the instance that the employer and employee have an employment contract, laws from both the state and federal government will apply to the city of Jackson

Anti-Discrimination laws in Jackson

Discriminating at any time of employment such as hiring, workplace environment, and terminating, is illegal according to laws applicable to Jackson residents. People who live and work in Jackson must follow laws which make it illegal to discriminate on the basis of certain categories. These categories include race, gender, age, national origin, and disability.

Claims for employment discrimination may be filed with an administrative agency such as EEOC. Attorneys often specialize in employment discrimination.

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Life in Jackson

Jackson is home to a number of major industries like machinery, electrical equipment, processed food, metal fabrication. The city is also home to a wide variety of religious entities like the Reformed Theological Seminary, headquarters of the Church of Christ, the Beth Israel Congregation, and the Episcopal Diocese of Mississippi. Jackson lives up to its nickname, "Crossroads of the South" in so many ways.

Ballet Mississippi is run by famous Artistic Director David Keary inJackson. The company hosts performances as well as admitting a numberof the United States' best performers who go onto perform for thenearby Mississippi Metropolitan Ballet. Jackson is also home toMississippi Museum of Art, Mississippi Symphony Orchestra (formerlythe Jackson Symphony Orchestra), as well as the remarkable MississippiAgriculture and Forestry Museum. You might surmise then that Jacksonis a hotspot for tourists.

Tourism plays a healthy role in the diverse Jackson economy. The cityis famous for Gospel, Blues, and RB ties to notable musicians likeJohnny Cash and Nancy Sinatra. Jackson is also famous for its roleduring the Civil Rights Era.

A number of talented lawyers live in Jackson because it encompassesmany important Mississippi State and county courts. Jackson,Mississippi lawyers have experience with local court procedures andare ready to consult on any issue.

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