Lynne Curry, Alaska Dispatch News

Lynne Curry

Alaska Dispatch News

Anchorage, AK, United States

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An employee with cancer cuts back on overtime. Can she be fired for that?

A company must make reasonable accommodations for an employee undergoing cancer treatment — but overtime can be required it it's an essential part of the job. → Read More

I left the workforce to care for my newborns. How do I get back in?

Taking time away to care for children shouldn't stop you from rejoining the workforce — in fact, discrimination based on parental status is illegal. But the way you talk about family challenges during an interview can affect whether you get a job offer. → Read More

Co-workers 'can't take' your snapping? Maybe the problem is you

Taking full responsibility means you don’t repeat a problem behavior again and again. Otherwise, your apologies ring hollow. → Read More

Career at risk from an alcoholic boss? Here's what you should do

Being fired by an alcoholic boss is bad — and risking a bad reference from him over the incident is even worse. But it doesn't have to torpedo your career. → Read More

What to do when a sexual harasser uses employment or contract work as leverage

Companies have an obligation to provide a safe workplace for their employees. By not acting on evidence of harassment, they expose themselves to extreme liability. → Read More

Considering hiring someone who's wanted by police? Do this first.

A warrant should raise red flags but it's not necessarily a deal-breaker. Your first step is to get more information. → Read More

Fired abruptly? Don't badmouth your ex-boss. But do explore your legal options.

Don't complain to prospective new employers while you job search, but do take those complaints to agencies who protect workers. You may have a case. → Read More

Being framed by a vengeful coworker? The law is on your side.

Courts have ruled against companies that fired employees on the basis of false information provided by coworkers and supervisors. → Read More

Can a prospective employer ask for a W-2 as proof of salary history?

It's legal for employers in Alaska to ask for a W-2 as proof of your salary history, but it's up to you whether to provide it — and under what circumstances. → Read More

What to do when your new colleagues make it clear you're not welcome

Companies shouldn't expect new employees to stand up to hazing all alone. → Read More

Can a fired employee sue for discrimination based on obesity? It depends.

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has taken the position that weight is a physical characteristic and not a disabling physical impairment. But there are some exceptions. → Read More

What to do when the boss treats everyone badly

Help! Our boss treats every employee like scum—but has charmed the HR director. What can we do? → Read More

Here's why hiring managers shouldn't rely too much on reference letters

Some letters represent the truth, others slant reality, and others are complete fiction. → Read More

Here's what you need to know about addressing drug addiction in the workplace

Addressing signs of a possible drug addiction can be tough — especially if the employee is high producing. But the consequences of not acting can be even worse. → Read More

Workplace bullying may be bad, but it's not illegal, right? Not so fast ...

Alaska has no state law that specifically prohibits bullying in the workplace. But that doesn't mean bullies can't be held legally accountable. → Read More

Yes, your employer can stop you from taking a paid vacation

Employers aren't required to provide paid leave, and if they do, they have a lot of latitude in how to grant it. → Read More

You can spare your career from the wrath of a vindictive manager. Here's how

A serious conflict with a manager doesn't have to threaten your career. But to know how to react, you have to decide what outcome you want. → Read More

My boss says Pokemon is a no-go in the workplace. Can I change his mind?

My employees only play during lunch hour and after work, but my supervisor says to → Read More

What to do when key employees clash

They don’t have to like each other, but they do need to be able to work together. → Read More

You should always fire employees on a Friday, right? Not exactly

Leave employees enough remaining time in the week to take a positive action -- such as filing for unemployment and applying for new jobs. → Read More