As more Reserve and National Guard troops are call to depart the civilian workforce and enter military service, companies must understand the legal rights those service members possess and the employers' legal obligations that are now demanded under The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). Litigation trends and present data imply many employers are not completely aware of their legal obligations under USERRA and the penalizing legal liability they may face.
USERRA applies to virtually all employers, and the law uniquely supplies for discriminating against employees or applicants because of military service for both corporate and individual liability. This article provides an overview of USERRA from the viewpoint of employers, employees, and prospective workers. Practical advice is left herein not only for those covered by the Act, but also for employers regarding adherence to this law while avoiding liability under USERRA.
PUBLICATION DATE: May 15, 2009 PRODUCT #: BH328-PDF-ENG
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