Employment Law Author

Harper Owens

Harper Owens is an employment law attorney with a strong background in defending employers against discrimination claims. She has extensive experience in negotiating settlements and trying cases in state and federal courts.

Credentials

J.D., Harvard University, L.L.M. in Employment Law

10+ yearsDiscrimination LawWrongful Termination

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Articles by Harper Owens

Are Internships Only for Students? What the Law SaysHow to Get Workers' Comp After a Workplace InjuryHow to Negotiate a Salary Offer and Review Contract TermsHow to Set Up a QSEHRA: Steps and RequirementsWhat Is PFL? Paid Family Leave Benefits and EligibilityWhat Is Whistleblowing? Laws, Rights, and ProtectionsWhat Is Prevailing Wage in NY: Rates, Rules & CoverageHow to Calculate Time for Payroll: Hours and OvertimeHow to Get a Pay Stub: Employer Rules and Your RightsWhat Are Workers' Compensation Benefits?How Does Back Pay Work: Calculation and RecoveryWhy Use a Certified PEO? Tax Benefits and ProtectionsIs Dependent Care FSA Pre-Tax? How It Lowers Your TaxesIs Comp Time Legal? Private vs. Public Sector RulesWhy Is My Paycheck Late? Causes and Your RightsWhat Is a Pay Statement? Definition and RequirementsHow Much Does Unemployment Pay in NYC Per Week?How to Use HRA Money: Eligible Expenses and ClaimsWhy Do I Need Workers' Compensation Insurance?What Does Rate of Pay Mean? Wages, Overtime & LawHow Long Does It Take to Get Severance Pay: Laws & DelaysWhat Is a Recoverable Draw? Definition and Legal RulesHow Is a Background Check Done and What Does It Show?Can You Get a Job With Bad Credit? Rights and RemediesHow Do MLB Players Get Paid: Salary, Bonuses and DeductionsDoes Disclosing a Disability on a Job Application Help?Is Compensation the Same as Salary? Key DifferencesHow Much Unemployment Will I Get in NY? Benefit FormulaWhat Does Current Employer Mean? Definition & StatusWhat Disqualifies You From a Level 2 Background Check?