Explaining the Law and Providing Self-Help Information for Low-Income Iowans
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Wage Payment Collection
Are you having problems collecting wages owed to you or problems not being paid regularly? There is a law in Iowa to help you. It is called the Wage Payment Collection Act. (Chapter 91A, Iowa Code).
By: Iowa Legal Aid
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Wage Claim Form
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A form to file a claim for wages is available online from the State of Iowa Division of Labor (Link to a PDF file).
Common Legal Terms
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An online glossary of legal terms from A to W
By: Iowa Judicial Branch
Farmworkers' Rights
Farmworkers have many important legal rights. The following is a summary of some of the important rights and responsibilities of farmworkers.
By: Iowa Legal Aid
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The Family and Medical Leave Act
Every working person should know about the Family and Medical Leave Act, or FMLA. FMLA is a law that says that in certain situations, an employer may have to give an employee time off for certain reasons, such as when they are sick, or when they have family members who need care.
By: Iowa Legal Aid
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