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As An Employer, What Posters Am I Required To Post In The Workplace?

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 21:51:22 GMT

The SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation requires the posting of two posters. One covers the state payment of wages, child labor and righttowork laws. The other is the state OSHA poster which advises employees that employers must provide them a safe and healthy workplace. Both are free and are available by contacting: LLR's Office of Public Information
P.O. Box 11329
Columbia SC 292111329
(803) 8964380 LLR also distributes, as a service to employers, two posters required by the SC Employment Security Commission and one required by the SC Workers Compensation Commission. You should also check for posting requirements by the SC Human Affairs Commission and the US Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division.

Can My Employer Decrease My Rate Of Pay?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

s. However, if the employer has 5 or more employees, the employee must be notified in writing at least seven calendar days in advance.

Does Llr's Division Of Labor Investigate Discrimination Complaints?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

No. Laws prohibiting discrimination in employment are administered by: Human Affairs Commission
P.O. Box 4490
Columbia, SC 29240
(803) 7377800
18005210725
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
EEOC Greenville Local Office
301 N. Main Street
Suite 1402
Greenville, SC 296019916
(864) 2414400
1800USAEEOC

Does My Employer Have To Provide Me With Breaks And Time For Lunch During The Work Day?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

There is no requirement under South Carolina law for an employer to provide employees with breaks or a lunch period.

Does My Employer Have To Provide Me With Paid Vacation And/Or Sick Time?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Does South Carolina Have A State Osha Plan?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

SC is one of 23 states and territories which administers its own OSHA program under an agreement with the US Department of Labor, OSHA. Every employer, employing one or more workers, is covered by the state occupational safety and health law, with the exception of maritime, rail and mining operations and federal installations.

How Old Does A Minor Need To Be Before He/She Can Begin Work In South Carolina?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

A minor can begin work at age 14. However, the child labor laws has restrictions on what type of work can be performed and limitations on hours of work.

I Quit My Job Recently, And I Want To Know If I'm Entitled To Unemployment Compensation?

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 21:51:22 GMT

The SC Employment Security Commission administers the state unemployment insurance program. You should direct your question to them at: 1550 Gadsden Street
P.O. Box 995
Columbia, SC 29202
(803) 7372400

I Was Injured On The Job, And I'm Having Trouble Getting My Employer To Pay My Medical Bills. Can You Help Me?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

The SC Workers Compensation Commission administers the state workers compensation laws which provide for the compensation of employees and their families for wages lost and medical expenses incurred due to injury, disease, or death resulting from workrelated accidents diseases. Contact the Commission at: 1612 Marion Street
P.O. Box 1715
Columbia, SC 292021715
(803) 737 5700

I'm Having A Problem With A Pension Plan And Health Insurance Offered By A Former Employer. Where Do I Go For Help?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) protects the interests of employees and their beneficiaries where employees participate in at work pension plans. The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) gives employees and their family members the right to continue health care insurance coverage at group rates following termination by their employer, death or divorce. The enforcement agency is: US Department of Labor, Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration
61 Forsyth Street, SW
Suite 7B54
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 5622156

If I Quit My Job, Or If I Am Terminated, Does My Employer Have To Pay Me All Wages Due That Day?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

No. State law requires the employer to pay an employee all wages due him or her within 48 hours of the day of separation or the next regularly scheduled pay day, not to exceed 30 days.

Is There A State Minimum Wage Or Overtime Law?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

No. These issues are addressed by the federal Fair Labor Standards Act which is administered by the: US Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division
1835 Assembly Street
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 7655981

Upon Leaving A Company, Am I Entitled To Receive Pay For Any Vacation And/Or Sick Time That I Have Earned But Not Used?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

This would depend on the company's policy.

What Documents Are Needed For A Minor To Work In South Carolina?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

The minor will need to provide the employer with a copy of a legal document showing their birth date (birth certificate or driver's license).

Who Do I Contact If I Feel As Though I Was Terminated Unfairly?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Due to South Carolina being an employment at will state, you will need to contact an attorney, or if you feel you were discriminated against due to race, age, sex, handicap, national origin, and/or religion, you may contact the South Carolina Human Affairs Commission.

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