How to Recognize Employment Discrimination

In Iowa, most workers are “at the will” of the boss. This means the boss can fire workers at any time. The only time a worker is not at-will is if they have a contract with the boss. There are only a few protections for workers who are...

Protecting Elderly Iowans from Abuse

Elder Abuse – What It Is and What to Do About It There is a law protecting elderly Iowans against abuse. The law expands protections in Iowa against abuse to a “Vulnerable Elder.”  The law adds to protections already in place for dependent adults...

Farmworkers’ Rights

Farmworkers have many important legal rights. The following is a summary of some of the important rights and responsibilities of farmworkers. Do They Have To Pay Me Minimum Wage? Yes. Minimum wage is the amount of money that federal law requires you to be paid for...

Taxes and Marriage

When discussing taxes and marriage, there are a few myths to be examined and pitfalls to avoid. Myths Myth 1: I have to file a joint return with my spouse. FACTS:     Married filing jointly is an election. This means you have a choice to file...