Employee Survival Guide® - Mark Carey's Employee Survival Guide to Unlocking the Workplace

Episode Date: February 7, 2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message.Ever wondered how the complexities of employment law can dramatically impact your career? Tune in to unravel the mysteries of employment law with us as we delve into the world of the Employee Survival Guide podcast, hosted by the seasoned attorney Mark Carey. He brings his courtroom prowess directly to your earbuds, dissecting real-life cases that make the labyrinth of legal jargon accessible and engaging. From navigating the pitfalls of non-compete agreements to the critical importance of documentation, the Employee Survival Guide Podcast promises to equip you with the tools to safeguard your professional journey.With Mark Carey’s expert insights and insider tips, we explore how these legal skirmishes can have real-world repercussions. This isn't your average legal podcast—it's a compelling narrative designed to empower employees. Reflect on the employment law challenges you've faced and unlock the strategies to dodge future legal hurdles. This journey through legal storytelling will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the power of knowledge in the workplace. If you enjoyed this episode of the Employee Survival Guide please like us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. We would really appreciate if you could leave a review of this podcast on your favorite podcast player such as Apple Podcasts. Leaving a review will inform other listeners you found the content on this podcast is important in the area of employment law in the United States. For more information, please contact our employment attorneys at Carey & Associates, P.C. at 203-255-4150, www.capclaw.com.Disclaimer: For educational use only, not intended to be legal advice.

Hey, it's Mark here and welcome to the next edition of the Employee Survival Guide where I tell you, as always, what your employer does definitely not want you to know about and a lot more. Hey, everybody. Welcome back. You know, we usually dig into a specific topic, but today we're gonna shift gears a little bit. We're looking at a resource itself, the Employee Survival Guide podcast.

Oh yeah, I've heard of that one. Yeah, and it's really caught our eye because, well, they use real legal cases, to kind of unpack all the ins and outs of employment law, which can be pretty tricky. Yeah, definitely. I mean, learning from actual legal battles, you know, real world stuff,

I think that's a super valuable approach for anyone who, you know, has to deal with employment law, which is pretty much all of us, right? Exactly. At some point or another. Exactly. And the podcast is hosted by Mark Carey, who is, well, he's an employment attorney. So he's been there, done that. Oh, wow. So you're getting like insider knowledge

straight from the source, someone who's actually been in the courtroom, you know, fighting these battles. Exactly, yeah. And I think it's so important because it's, like you said, almost all of us have been employees at some point in our lives. Oh, absolutely.

And even if you're like a business owner, understanding employment law is, well, it's crucial. Well, for sure, for sure. But it's super complicated, right? It's a maze, it's crucial. Well, for sure, for sure. But it's super complicated, right? It's a maze, it's a minefield. It's a minefield. So hearing how these laws actually play out in real cases, I mean, it can be so helpful.

Totally. I think that's what's really cool about the Employee Survival Guide is, it's not just about like what the law says on paper, but it's about, okay, how does this actually impact people's lives? Yes, exactly. In the real world. And I think it really brings it home.

Like one of the cases that really stuck with me that they discussed on the show was about a non-compete agreement. Ooh, those are always tricky. Yeah, so there was this software developer and he left his company to start his own business, right? Yeah. And then his former employer sued him

because they claimed he was violating this non-compete agreement he had signed. Wow. That's a tough situation. Yeah, and it got really messy. And it made me think, wow, you really got to understand those agreements before you sign them. Like, what's the fine print?

Absolutely. And it's a great example of how these things that seem kind of dry these things that seem, you know, kind of dry, like legal concepts, can actually have huge consequences in your life. Oh yeah. And that's, I think, the beauty of the Employee Survival Guide. They take these complicated situations and make them, you know, easy to understand and engaging.

Yes. Yeah. It's not like reading a textbook, you know. No, definitely not. It's like you're listening to a story. Yeah. And that's, I think, why it sticks with you. Totally, totally. And it also helps, I think, to hear about these cases from an attorney's perspective,

right? Like, Carrie will often point out things that you might not even consider as an employee, like the importance of documenting everything or, you know, just those little nuances of legal arguments that can make all the difference. Yeah, like those little insider tips. Yes, exactly. Like, you've got this secret weapon up your sleeve so you can avoid the pitfalls and protect yourself.

Yeah. Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to work, right? Oh, yeah. I think, you know, the Employee Survival Guide, that's what they're trying to do. They're trying to give you that knowledge so you can navigate this complex world of employment law, you know, and hopefully come out on top. Could have said it better myself. So, I mean, if you are looking for a way

to become more savvy in the workplace, I think checking out the Employee Survival Guide is a really great idea. Yeah, I agree. It's insightful, it's engaging, and it honestly might save you from a legal headache in the future. A lot of stress.

Right. So much stress. And that kind of brings me to a final thought for everyone listening. Think about any employment law cases that you've encountered, whether personally or just in the news. You know, cases that maybe left you a little confused. Yeah, like what just happened? What are the lessons we can learn from those situations?

Keep those questions in mind. It's FSM to think about. Absolutely, food for thought. Yes. As you navigate your work life. Okay, well thanks for joining us today. Yeah, this was great. We'll see you next time.

See you later. If you like the Employee Survival Guide, I'd really encourage you to leave a review. We try really hard to produce information to you that's informative, that's timely, that you can actually use and solve problems on your own and at your employment. So if you'd like to leave a review anywhere you listen to our podcast, please do so. And leave five stars because anything less than five is really not as good, right? I'll keep it up.

I'll keep the standards up. I'll keep the information flowing at you. If you'd like to send me an email and ask me a question, I'll actually review it and post it on there. You can send it to mcaruye at capclaw.com. That's capclaw.com.