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What is the Law Regarding Employment in Reston?

Employees, employers and independent contractors in Reston are governed by employment law. Such laws control employment matters like hiring, wage levels, and termination policies. Employers and employees in Reston should have an understanding of the employment laws.

"At-Will" vs. Contract Employment Terms

Sometimes an employment contract is used that sets a specific length of employment, but most of the times employment is considered to be on an "at-will" basis. "At-will" employment means that either the employer or the employee can terminate the position at any given time, even without a specific reason, so long as the termination does not violate the law Federal and state laws govern the enforcement of employment clauses provisions for citizens of Reston.

Anti-Discrimination laws in Reston

Discriminating at any point of employment such as hiring, workplace environment, and terminating, is illegal according to laws applicable to Reston residents. People living in Reston must abide by laws stating it is illegal for employers to discriminate against people who belong to particular classes. These classes may be based on race, national origin, gender, religion, disability, and age.

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

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Life in Reston

Reston is known internationally for its meticulous planning that aimed at changing post World War II concepts of how to utilize land and create a residential/corporate development in suburban America. That probably why 64,560 Fairfax County residents chose the standout community. It could also be because the schools are so great in the area. There are a number of public and private options and even several opportunities for higher education. Reston has a high proportion of college educated adults, 67%. You can understand then why the average household income is ,221. Reston has a great selection of lawyers who are familiar with local courts. Since Reston is so close to Washington D.C., many Reston lawyers have been licensed in multiple states. Celebrity and political figures live in Reston for the same reasons. Some notable residents of the city include mystery fiction writer Donna Andrews, songwriter and producer to Katy Perry and Britney Spears Benny Blanco, and Delegate Kenneth R. Plum.

Reston has seen much interest and money invested into the city by various technology and Fortune 500 corporations like NII and Sallie Mae. The United States Geological Survey, CNRI, and the National Wildlife Federation are all based out of Reston. Rolls Royce, Google, and other companies recently began putting large installations into the Reston Town Center area. The four-mile direct access from the Washington Dulles International Airport along the Capital Beltway is free. The international companies recognize the savings and also give back to the community. Reston properties are highly sought after because it's such a thriving city with lots of opportunities.

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