Labor & Employment Laws
Employees have basic rights in the workplace, including the right to privacy in their personal belongings and the right to be free from discrimination. The articles that attorneys have created for the Labor & Employment Law section of the KnowledgeBase discuss these rights and others, and will help you determine if your workplace rights have been violated.
FindLaw Labor & Employment Laws Articles
- Pregnancy discrimination protection for federal government employees
Provided by: The Devadoss Law Firm, P.L.L.C.
Federal government employees are protected from pregnancy discrimination under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978. Read More » - Bills take on discrimination based on sexual orientation in Pennsylvania
Provided by: Samuel J. Cordes & Associates
Have you been treated unfairly at work due to your sexual orientation? Although you may have some legal options under existing case law, new bills at the federal and state level could soon provide an additional layer of protection. Read More » - US soldier alleges harassment for association of her name with Islam
Provided by: The Devadoss Law Firm, P.L.L.C.
The disturbing story of a U.S. Army sergeant’s painful odyssey through three tours of duty while enduring regular harassment because of her name illustrates just why federal civil rights law prohibits religious discrimination in federal employment. Read More » - Proposed Texas bill may ban discrimination based on gender preferences
Provided by: English & Associates, PLLC
Some legislators in Texas are seeking passage of a bill that would ban discrimination based on an individual's sexual orientation, gender identification or gender expression. Read More » - Employment law evolves as more workers use social media
Provided by: Cross Law Firm, S.C.
Employment law struggles to keep up with social media and free speech Read More » - Muslims and those perceived to be Muslims face discrimination
Provided by: Hadsell, Stormer, Keeny, Richardson & Renick LLP
Muslims face increasing discrimination in the United States. Read More » - The State of New Jersey paid millions in harassment claims in 2012
Provided by: Mark Law Firm, LLC
Information about the harm and illegality of sexual harassment in the workplace has never been clearer to employers and employees. Recent strides in employee training and awareness has made it known that sexual harassment in the workplace is not appropriate. Still, businesses continue to pay out millions to settle harassment claims yearly. Read More » - Federal employment law case out of Colorado good for employees
Provided by: Bryan E. Kuhn, Counselor at Law, P.C.
Learn more about a new case that helps protect whistleblowers in the workplace. Read More » - A number of recent federal employment law cases pertain to Colorado
Provided by: Bryan E. Kuhn, Counselor at Law, P.C.
Learn more about several new court decisions that affect employers and employees. Read More » - New employment discrimination claims against Wal-Mart
Provided by: Feldman Morgado, P.A.
Plaintiffs have filed new claims employment discrimination claims in federal courts in various states, including Florida, trying to overcome some of the obstacles the Dukes case met. Read More » - Steps to take when involved in an employment contract dispute
Provided by: Robert N. Levin, PC
For employees struggling with contract disputes, the following tips may be helpful in deciding how to approach the process of seeking a resolution. Read More » - How to stop sexual harassment at a New Jersey employer
Provided by: Mark Law Firm, LLC
Employers must watch for signs of sexual harassment and put in place reporting procedures to ensure a respectful work environment. Read More » - An overview of employment law bills introduced in California legislature
Provided by: Law Offices of Rheuban & Gresen
Several proposed laws could have an impact on employers and employees. Read More » - Understanding protection from pregnancy discrimination in California
Provided by: Larabee Law Firm
California workers are protected by state and federal laws against pregnancy discrimination in the workplace. Read More » - Los Angeles police officers settle sexual harassment claim
Provided by: Caskey & Holzman
All employers, no matter the industry, are prohibited from harassing their employees in the workplace, and if it is determined that such harassment has taken place, the employer might be held liable. Read More » - April 30 Occupational Safety and Health Administration deadline looms
Provided by: Kerr, Hendershot & Cannon, P.C.
The April 30 deadline for reporting injuries and illnesses in the workplace is fast approaching. Many employers must comply with the OSHA reporting requirement. Read More » - California employees face new difficulties proving discrimination
Provided by: The Armstrong Law Firm
After the California Supreme Court issued a decision in Harris v. Santa Monica, many fear that employees face more difficulties successfully recovering for employment discrimination. Read More » - Independent contractor designation receiving more scrutiny
Provided by: Billhorn Law Firm
When an employer mislabels a worker as a contractor rather than an employee, the individual may lose out on benefits and overtime wages. The distinction can be tricky, but an employment law attorney can assist. Read More » - Firing employees covered by employment agreements in New Jersey
Provided by: Mariniello & Mariniello, P.C. Attorneys at Law
Employment agreements govern how and why employees can be fired. Such agreements may be implied or express and need not be written down. Consult a lawyer when you have questions regarding employment law and hiring and firing practices. Read More » - State-specific non-competes a wise move for businesses
Provided by: Kerkman & Dunn
Employment and business laws still vary greatly from state to state, so businesses would be wise to create state-specific non-compete agreements. Read More » - Understanding the Legality of Pregnancy Discrimination in New York
Provided by: The White Rose Group, L.L.C.
Unfortunately, many pregnant workers suffer egregious discrimination issues every year, and pregnancy discrimination issues are on the rise. Read More » - Colorado lawmakers consider expanding liability for discrimination
Provided by: Bryan E. Kuhn, Counselor at Law, P.C.
Proposed legislation in Colorado could expand the remedies available to employees of small businesses who experience illegal discrimination in the workplace. Read More » - Workplace discrimination claims trouble employers
Provided by: Sacks & Zolonz, LLP
Employers should observe laws that forbid retaliation against workers who file discrimination or workers’ compensation claims. Read More » - Family Medical Leave Act: What you need to know
Provided by: Kennard Law P.C.
What you need to know about the Family Medical Leave Act Read More » - Wrongful termination following a Missouri workers’ comp claim
Provided by: Holman Schiavone, LLC
If you were fired after filing a workers' compensation claim or an employment discrimination or harrassment claim, there could be available remedies. Read More » - ADA litigation among the costs of doing business in California
Provided by: Karlin Law Firm
Recent legislation has changed the ADA-litigation landscape, and affected businesses should seek the advice of an experienced business litigator. Read More » - In Michigan new law will keep social media passwords private
Provided by: Nacht Law
In response to media reports about employers and schools asking employees and students to disclose passwords to social media sites like Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, Michigan and five other states passed legislation in 2012 to prohibit employers from requiring employees or applicants to disclose their social media passwords Read More » - One in four US women harassed at work, but few come forward
Provided by: Yadegar, Minoofar & Soleymani LLP
An important part of continuing to eliminate this problem from the workplace is encouraging employees to speak up when they experience sexual harassment. Read More » - Burger King franchisee settles sexual harassment suit for $2.5 million
Provided by: Yadegar, Minoofar & Soleymani LLP
A major franchisee of Burger King restaurants recently settled for $2.5 million in one of the longest sexual harassment cases on record. Read More » - NJ and federal law may not sufficiently protect working pregnant women
Provided by: Piro, Zinna, Cifelli, Paris & Genitempo, P.C.
While some safeguards exist at the federal and state level, pregnant women in the workforce are still largely unprotected. Read More » - NLRB ruling provides new guidance for employers’ social media policies
Provided by: Stratton & Green
The agency addressed protections for employees who engage in “concerted activity” designed to improve wages or working conditions through social media. Read More » - Court to rule on use of “mixed-motive” defense in discrimination cases
Provided by: Gwilliam Ivary Chiosso Cavalli & Brewer
A case pending before the California Supreme Court could have a major impact on plaintiffs’ abilities to recover damages in employment discrimination cases. The case, Harris v. City of Santa Monica, asks the court to decide whether employers may assert the "mixed-motive" affirmative defense in employment discrimination cases. Read More » - U.S. Supreme Court to offer guidance on who is a “supervisor” for employment law claims
Provided by: McCarthy Weisberg Cummings, P.C.
The U.S. Supreme Court is currently deciding a case that could affect hostile work environment claims for years to come. Read More » - NLRB Weighs in on Facebook Posts and Employee Discrimination
Provided by: Law Office of William M. Julien, P.A.
The NLRB recently voted in favor of employees and ruled that they cannot be fired for their Facebook posts about work. However, the ruling only extends to public or those in a union. Read More » - Women sue National Basketball Association over gender discrimination
Provided by: Benjamin S. Friedman, Esq.
The women claim that the NBA changed their work schedules to make it impossible for them to continue to work with the company due to child care concerns. Read More » - New Jersey is ready to update employee privacy rights
Provided by: Benjamin S. Friedman, Esq.
The New Jersey Senate has approved a bill that protects the social media privacy rights of employees, job applicants and college students in the state. Read More » - California woman awarded over $167 million in employer retaliation case
Provided by: The Armstrong Law Firm
Last year, one of the largest individual employment law verdicts was awarded to a woman wrongfully terminated by her employer after complaining about sexual harassment she suffered in the workplace. Read More » - An introduction to the SEC’s whistleblower program
Provided by: Kastner Kim LLP
The SEC's whistleblower program rewards individuals who provide the SEC with original information that leads to successful sanctions against a company for securities violations. Read More » - Injured Service Members Fight to Find Employment
Provided by: Cross Law Firm, S.C.
A wide array of legal protections are available for veterans seeking employment. Read More » - Study finds Philadelphia restaurant workers being treated unfairly
Provided by: Jared Jacobson Law, LLC
With unemployment as high as it is, a lot of people are scared to speak up about unfair treatment at work. Read More » - Sexual harassment training may reduce exposure to employer liability
Provided by: Stavros Law, P.C.
Sexual harassment training for managers and supervisors along with a clear reporting policy are effective ways for small businesses to reduce potential liability. Read More » - Sex discrimination in the executive work place
Provided by: Halunen & Associates
Sex discrimination can happen to anyone and can happen anywhere, including at high executive levels and in professions requiring substantial education. Read More » - “English Only” policies in the workplace
Provided by: T. Joshua Ritz & Associates, Attorneys-At-Law
"English only" policies are popping up in workplaces across America, but they might be considered discriminatory if not done carefully. Read More » - California Playboy employee claims wrongful termination
Provided by: Caskey & Holzman
A former controller and senior vice president of Playboy Enterprises claims she was wrongfully terminated for refusing to participate in illegal activity at work. Read More » - Sexual harassment the leading source of large discrimination awards
Provided by: Caskey & Holzman
While sexual harassment in the workplace is unfortunately all too common, no one should ever have to tolerate it. Read More » - Man waiting on kidney transplant claims employment discrimination
Provided by: Kennard Law P.C.
A recent lawsuit highlights the rights of workers when faced with a recent disability. Read More » - Texas company forced to pay several million to disabled workers
Provided by: Kennard Law P.C.
A Texas company that underpaid mentally disabled workers for decades recently received several million-dollar judgments against them for violating the Americans With Disabilities Act. Read More » - New California Religious Freedom Act Protects Workers of All Faiths
Provided by: Nelson Law Group
The religious protections of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act has been interpreted so narrowly that critics believe it nearly gives employers carte blanche to discriminate in the workplace. Read More » - Legal obstacles for Indiana’s temporary employees
Provided by: Employment Law Office of John H. Haskin & Associates, LLC
The temporary and seasonal workforce is growing in Indianapolis, and some workers are encountering obstacles. Read More » - Florida courts are split on pregnancy discrimination lawsuits
Provided by: Feldman Morgado, P.A.
Different courts in Florida handle pregnancy discrimination lawsuits differently. Some women may not be protected against discrimination in the workplace. Read More » - New California employment laws will go into effect soon
Provided by: Marlin and Saltzman LLP
California workers will be affected by a number of new employment laws, including a prohibition against employers asking for employees’ personal social media passwords. Read More » - Federal government offering big rewards to financial whistleblowers
Provided by: Alan Lescht & Associates, P.C.
In the wake of the financial crisis, the federal government is offering big rewards to financial whistleblowers who report inappropriate behavior to federal authorities. Read More » - Detroit Lions face employment discrimination suit
Provided by: Sterling Attorneys at Law, P.C.
A former Detroit Lions employee has filed a discrimination suit against the company, alleging gender and age discrimination. The Detroit Lions denies the allegations. Read More » - Yosemite-area resort settles sexual harassment and retaliation charges
Provided by: The Rubin Law Corporation
The EEOC is the federal agency charged with enforcing federal discrimination in employment laws. Read More » - Potential Pitfalls of Group Benefits Coverage Under ERISA
Provided by: DarrasLaw
Some people question how effective ERISA actually is in the face of sub-standard coverage or when an insurance claim is denied for improper reasons. Read More » - Ohio lawsuit reflects need for safer workplaces for vulnerable employees
Provided by: The Law Office of Marc Mezibov
Unfortunately for one Ohio Wal-Mart employee with intellectual disabilities, her workplace was both unsafe and illegal, alleges her disability and gender discrimination lawsuit. Read More » - Employee sues clothing retailer for racial discrimination
Provided by: Martin D. Haverly, Attorney at Law
A former employee of a clothing chain is suing the company for racial discrimination, alleging that she was fired from her job for being African American. Read More » - Discrimination against obese people in the workplace
Provided by: Feldman Morgado, P.A.
Even though more than one third of the adult population in the U.S. is obese, social and workplace discrimination against obese people is persistent and pervasive. Read More » - Employment Considerations for Disabled Veterans
Provided by: Law Office of William M. Julien, P.A.
Recovering from injuries sustained in the line of duty? The Americans with Disabilities Act and the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act protect you from discrimination. Read More » - Filing Pennsylvania workplace discrimination complaints just got easier
Provided by: McCarthy Weisberg Cummings, P.C.
Recent updates to federal EEOC laws will make it easier for employees being discriminated against or harassed to get help. Read More » - Equal Opportunity Employment Agency Updates Complaint Process Rules
Provided by: Feldman Morgado, P.A.
Employees who believe they have been discriminated against based on race, gender, age or other personal factors can file a complaint with the EEOC. A lawyer can help make the process simpler, too. Read More » - Presidential Directive Expands Whistleblower Protections
Provided by: The Devadoss Law Firm, P.L.L.C.
A new bill, the Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act, has been making its way through Congress to expand whistleblower protections to workers. The bill includes several provisions offering more protections for federal employees who report waste or fraud. Read More » - Understanding Workplace Sexual Harassment
Provided by: Cross Law Firm, S.C.
Understanding what sexual harassment is can go a long way toward making a workplace safer. Many employees don’t take action to stop sexual harassment because they aren’t fully aware of their rights. Read More » - EEOC: Workplace Discrimination Claims Hit Record High in 2011
Provided by: Cross Law Firm, S.C.
As the American workforce becomes more diverse, claims of religious and national origin discrimination are rising. Read More » - San Francisco Bay Area Discrimination Lawsuit Gains National Attention
Provided by: Lawless & Lawless
Venture capital firm Kleiner continues to face allegations of sexual discrimination. Read More » - New Jersey Clinic Facing Pregnancy Discrimination Claims
Provided by: Lawrence N. Lavigne, Esq., L.L.C.
A New Jersey doctor is facing allegations of employment discrimination from two female employees who claim they were fired because they were pregnant. Read More » - The Family Medical Leave Act: Know Your Rights
Provided by: Dib, Fagan and Brault, P.C.
The Family Medical Leave Act became law in 1993 and offers employees job-protected time off for certain qualifying medical reasons. Read More » - Fremont Car Dealership Settles Racial Harassment Case for $400,000
Provided by: Patton Wolan Carlise LLP
A Bay Area car dealership recently agreed to pay $400,000 to settle a federal discrimination lawsuit brought by several former employees who claim they were subject to racial harassment and discrimination by the dealership’s general manager. Read More » - New Rules for Discrimination Claims Against Federal Employers
Provided by: Elkus & Sisson, P.C.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued new rules recently that modify the complaint process for people who believe they have been subjected to employment discrimination by a federal agency. Read More » - Basics of Non-Compete Agreements
Provided by: Watkins Firm, A Professional Corporation
Non-compete agreements can help employers maintain their competitive advantage in the marketplace when employees leave. Learn more about creating legally enforceable agreements. Read More » - Employees Should Be Wary of Classification Enforcement
Provided by: Law Offices of Rheuban & Gresen
Employees work hard, and many may be misclassified as salaried employees instead of hourly workers. Learn more in the following article. Read More » - California Court Clarifies Franchise Liability in Harassment Case
Provided by: The Law Office of Joel Larabee
A recent decision by the California Court of Appeals may help protect franchise workers from discrimination and harassment in the workplace. Read More » - Air Force Reservist Alleges Discrimination in Suit Against Township
Provided by: Samuel J. Cordes & Associates
The U.S. Department of Labor states the Act is designed to protect service members’ reemployment rights when returning from a service period, as well as prohibit discrimination based upon service obligations. Read More » - Reasonable Accommodations in the Workplace Under the ADA
Provided by: Samuel J. Cordes & Associates
Millions of Americans have some form of disability, and much like every other American, these individuals need to work to earn a living for themselves and their families. The Americans with Disabilities Act protects these individuals from discrimination in the workplace. Read More » - CIA Trying to Get Past Its “Old Boys’ Club” Reputation by Ending Sexual Harassment
Provided by: T. Joshua Ritz & Associates, Attorneys-At-Law
The Central Intelligence Agency is taking steps to end sexual harassment and gender-based discrimination. Read More » - When Life Gets in the Way: Federal and California Employment-Leave Laws
Provided by: The Rubin Law Corporation
With passage of the California Family Rights Act, or CFRA, Californians had received similar leave protections under state law even before the federal FMLA. Read More » - False Claims Act: Filing a Whistleblower Claim Can Be a Tough Act
Provided by: Thomas & Associates
The decision to file a whistleblower lawsuit is a difficult one. Individuals who file whistleblower claims often face retaliation by their employers, risking damage to reputation, demotion, and job loss, among other adverse employment actions. Read More » - Recent EEOC Ruling Recognizes Transgender Discrimination
Provided by: White, Rose, & Marks, L.L.C.
The EEOC has acknowledged that transgendered people can suffer from workplace discrimination due to their sexual orientation or gender identity. Read More » - Paternity Leave for New Dads
Provided by: Kelly & Lemmons, P.A.
Paternity leave may be available for new dads, check first with your employer to see what they offer and they can help you determine if you are eligible for FMLA leave. Read More » - Michigan Democratic Legislators Propose Legal Support and Protections for Working Parents
Provided by: Nacht Law
The Michigan legislature is considering the Family Educational Leave Act to allow working parents to spend more time with children at educational activities. Read More » - IRS Reviews Whistleblower Program to Encourage Future Participation
Provided by: Whistleblower Law Collaborative
The IRS's tax whistleblower program has met harsh criticism for not rewarding tipsters while taking the benefit of information they provide. Read More » - New, Larger Awards for Those Who Blow the Whistle on Tax Evaders
Provided by: The Armstrong Law Firm
The IRS has made changes to its whistleblower program. See how you may be compensated for bringing forward information on tax evaders. Read More » - Employee Misclassification Can Be Costly
Provided by: Law Offices of Lisa L. Maki
Purposeful misclassification of employees to avoid overtime pay is illegal and can result in civil penalties for employers. Read More » - How to Recognize Disability Discrimination in the Workplace
Provided by: Law Office of William M. Julien, P.A.
Disability discrimination in the workplace is often illegal. Learn how to identify it and hold offenders accountable. Read More » - FMLA Leave and the Military
Provided by: Nacht Law
The FMLA allows an eligible employee to take leave when a spouse, child or parent (and next of kin for care-giving duties) is an active or reserve member of the U.S. military. Read More » - Effective Use of Utah Non-Compete Agreements
Provided by: Stavros Law, P.C.
Does your non-compete prevent you from obtaining a new job in your field? You may be able to challenge its terms in court. Read More » - Keeping Business Assets Safe When Key Employees Move On
Provided by: The Mead Law Firm, P.C.
It is important for business owners to protect their company's confidential information when employees leave. Read More » - Education Fraud: Exposing Institutions That Abuse Student Aid Programs
Provided by: Begelman Orlow & Melletz, Attorneys at Law
As with other examples of false claims, people who report education fraud may be eligible for whistleblower protection under the False Claims Act. Read More » - Ethics Report Yields Mixed Findings in Whistleblower Activity
Provided by: Kennard Law P.C.
Recent whistleblower and employer retaliation trends show progress in some areas, and troubling developments in others. Read More » - When Citizens Work With the Government to Avoid Fraud: Qui Tam Suits
Provided by: Halunen & Associates
State and federal government agencies offer incentives for citizens to provide evidence of fraud. Read More » - New Bill Would Give Parents Time Off To Attend School Events
Provided by: Sterling Attorneys at Law, P.C.
The Michigan Senate will soon consider a bill that would allow employees to take time off to attend academic events at their children's school. Learn more in the following article. Read More » - Florida Lifeguard Fired for Helping to Save Drowning Beachgoer
Provided by: Feldman, Fox & Morgado, P.A.
A lifeguard was recently fired for leaving his post to save a beachgoer who needed help in another section of the beach. Read More » - Employment Retaliation in Texas
Provided by: Kennard Law P.C.
While some types of workplace retaliation are easily recognized as blatant violations of the law, others are more subtle — but equally illegal. Read More » - Employee Discrimination Claims and Awards Reach Historic Levels
Provided by: Elkus & Sisson, P.C.
In 2011, employees filed a record-breaking number of federal employment discrimination claims, leading to an unprecedented amount of monetary relief awarded. Read More » - Whistle-Blower Takes Legal Action After Losing Job
Provided by: Elkus & Sisson, P.C.
Whistleblowers who have been fired for reporting corporate fraud are protected under Colorado law as well as federal law. Read More » - Florida Women Protected by Federal Pregnancy Discrimination Laws
Provided by: Feldman, Fox & Morgado, P.A.
Working mothers-to-be are protected by law from workplace discrimination through the Pregnancy Discrimination Act and Family Medical Leave Act. Read More » - Wage and Hour Lawsuits Increase in Slow Economy
Provided by: Gregg M. Corwin & Associates
For workers in Minnesota and elsewhere, wage-and-hour disputes often arise over improper employee classification and improper compensation for overtime hours. Read More » - Proposed Changes to Family Medical Leave Act Could Benefit Employees
Provided by: Swartz Law LLC
In 2012, the United States Department of Labor Wage and Hour division proposed some changes to the FMLA. Employees and employers should be aware of how the FMLA changes may impact them. Read More » - Los Angeles Weatherman Files Suit for Discrimination
Provided by: Nelson Law Group
In what might be the first case of its type, a weatherman who has worked in southern California for 20 years is suing local CBS affiliate KCBS and KCAL for sex and age discrimination. Read More » - Recent Massachusetts Cases Reveal Breadth of Noncompete Law
Provided by: Adelson, Robert A.
To prevent unfair competition, Massachusetts law has long held that an employment contract can include a provision restricting trade or competition under certain conditions. Read More » - Protecting the Whistleblower
Provided by: The Rubin Law Corporation
Japanese camera maker Olympus recently settled a whistleblower claim brought in British court by its former CEO Michael Woodford for his allegedly wrongful dismissal after he raised questions about corruption. Read More » - The Americans With Disabilities Act: An Overview for Employees
Provided by: Zatuchni & Associates, Attorneys at Law
If you have a disability, you have important rights at the workplace. Learn more about your rights, and what you can do if they have been violated. Read More » - What You Need to Know About Utah Overtime Rules
Provided by: Stavros Law, P.C.
Employees have a right to receive fair pay including overtime for their work under federal and Utah state law. Read More » - Employees Don’t “Like” Employer Requests for Facebook Passwords
Provided by: Swartz Law LLC
A growing number of employers have begun asking employees and job applicants for their Facebook and other social media passwords. Applicants in need of a job and employees who want to keep their jobs feel pressured to agree to provide them. Read More » - Pregnancy Discrimination Is Alive and Well in the United States
Provided by: Kelly & Lemmons, P.A.
Pregnancy discrimination has been illegal for over 30 in the United States, but recent statistics from the EEOC indicate that it has actually been increasing for the last 10 years. Read More » - How Can Employers Use Arrest and Conviction Records?
Provided by: Dolan Connly, P.C.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued updated guidance on when and how employers may use arrest and conviction records in employment decisions. Read More » - Fair Labor Standards Act in Action
Provided by: Employment Law Office of John H. Haskin & Associates, LLC
The FLSA has been in effect for years, and employees continue to bring legal action against employers for violations of employees’ rights under the FLSA. Read More » - Former Nanny Sues Sharon Stone For Wrongful Termination, Harassment
Provided by: Law Offices of Rheuban & Gresen
Actress Sharon Stone is being sued by her former live-in nanny for a number of workplace violations. Learn more about the allegations and what employees can do if their rights are violated. Read More » - Abbot Laboratories Settles Whistleblower Lawsuit for $1.6 billion
Provided by: Rosenblat & Associates, LTD.
Abbott illegally marketed Depakote for schizophrenia, autism and dementia, even though the Food and Drug Administration only approved the drug to treat bipolar disorders, epilepsy and migraines. Read More » - Police Department Settles Sexual Harassment Suit
Provided by: The Armstrong Law Firm
A recent lawsuit against a police department highlights employee rights against sexual harassment and California state laws protecting those rights. Read More » - Whistleblower Retaliation on the Rise, Study Finds
Provided by: Halunen & Associates
According to a study conducted by the Ethics Resource Center, whistleblower retaliation is on the rise. Read More » - Reporting Healthcare Kickbacks: Corporate Wrongs and Employee Rights
Provided by: Begelman Orlow & Melletz, Attorneys at Law
The False Claims Act’s anti-kickback statute forbids payments of rebates, bribes or kickbacks intended to defraud the Federal government of health care benefits. Read More » - New Developments and Old Wisdom About Workplace Arbitration Agreements
Provided by: Marlin & Saltzman, LLP
Many employment contracts are governed by arbitration clauses. Employees should remain educated about how such clauses affect their rights. Read More » - Lottery Pool Group Given Equal Portion of Winnings
Provided by: Miami Injury Lawyer
A New Jersey jury recently gave $20 million to a group of co-workers who were part of a lottery pool gone sour when one member tried to hide the winning ticket. Read More » - Congress Considering Bill to Enhance Whistleblower Protections
Provided by: The Devadoss Law Firm, P.L.L.C.
On May 8, 2012, the U.S. Senate unanimously approved the Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act. The proposed bill would increase safeguards for federal employees who act as whistleblowers. Read More » - Missouri’s Legislators Propose Change to Methods of Judicial Selection
Provided by: Holman Schiavone, LLC
A new measure sets out to change how judges are selected in Missouri. Read More » - The Nuts and Bolts of Class Action Suits
Provided by: Marlin & Saltzman, LLP
Class Action suits are uniquely effective at combating employment law violations. Read More » - Federal and State Protections May Help Stop Senior Discrimination
Provided by: McCarthy Weisberg Cummings, P.C.
State and federal laws are designed to prevent discrimination against older workers. Read More » - Shortage of Model Behavior in the Modeling Industry
Provided by: T. Joshua Ritz & Associates, Attorneys-At-Law
There are high rates of sexual harassment and discrimination in the fashion modeling industry. Read More » - Hiding in Plain Sight: Why Every Employment Lawyer Should Know About ERISA Section 510
Provided by: Bolek Besser Glesius LLC
An overview of ERISA Section 510 Read More » - Fighting Sexual Orientation Discrimination in Ohio Workplaces.
Provided by: Bolek Besser Glesius LLC
An overview of sexual orientation discrimination in Ohio workplaces. Read More » - ERISA: Filing or Appealing a Claim for Disability Benefits
Provided by: Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick, LTD.
Many employer health plans include long-term disability insurance, which provides benefits to workers who become unable to work because of a disability. Read More » - Ohio Federal Court: Employer’s Threat of Discipline Can Be Retaliation
Provided by: The Law Office of Marc Mezibov
A recent federal case in Ohio said that the threat of discipline, even if the employer never followed through, could be illegal “retaliation” against an employee for filing a complaint of racial discrimination against the employer. Read More » - Need Time Off From Work?
Provided by: T. Joshua Ritz & Associates, Attorneys-At-Law
California state and federal laws may provide you with job and benefit protection if you need a leave of absence from work. Read More » - Protecting Your Utah Proprietary Information
Provided by: Stavros Law, P.C.
The protection of trade secrets is something every Utah business must consider, because proprietary information that winds up in the wrong hands may have disastrous consequences. Read More » - Workplace Sexual Harassment
Provided by: Thornberry, Eischens & Brown, LLC
It is important for Missouri employees to understand what the definition of sexual harassment is and what types of behaviors can be considered harassment. Read More » - No Age Discrimination In Termination Involving Sexually Explicit Emails
Provided by: Hanan M. Isaacs, P.C.
The Third Circuit recently decided a case where employees within a protected class could be fired, as the employer was able to show the firing was for a clear violation of the company email policy. Read More » - Pregnancy and Caregiving Discrimination in the Workplace
Provided by: Employee Advocates LLC
Caregivers and expectant parents are protected under federal law. Read More » - Properly Classifying Arizona Employees
Provided by: Matheson & Matheson, P.L.C.
An overview of classifying workers as independent contractors or employees and exempt or non-exempt employees under the FLSA. Read More » - Workers With Perceived Disabilities Can Face Discrimination
Provided by: Bononi Law Group, LLP
California employees without disabilities can face disability discrimination if their employer thinks they have a disability or thinks they need accommodation for a disability. This is called a “perceived disability.” Read More » - Cuyahoga County Lawsuit Highlights Lack of Ohio Laws Preventing Sexual Orientation Discrimination
Provided by: The Law Office of Marc Mezibov
A bill has been introduced in Ohio that would add sexual orientation to the list of classes of people protected from employment discrimination. Read More » - Legal Protections Against Pregnancy Discrimination in the Workplace
Provided by: The Rubin Law Corporation
Federal and California state law provide major protections against pregnancy discrimination in the workplace. Read More » - Women’s Rights Under California’s Pregnancy Disability Leave Law
Provided by: The Armstrong Law Firm
California’s Pregnancy Disability Leave Law (PDLL) protects pregnant employees and provides eligible women employees four months of Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL). Read More » - New Employment Laws Will Benefit Californians in 2012
Provided by: Patton Wolan Carlise LLP
New employment laws took effect in California on January 1. These laws try to prevent employer discrimination based upon gender, sexual preference and credit history. Read More » - California Supreme Court Extends Overtime Pay to Non-Residents
Provided by: The Law Office of Joel Larabee
Following a California Supreme Court ruling, California overtime laws apply to employees who reside out-of-state but work in California. Read More » - Changes to California Employment Laws in 2012
Provided by: Nelson Law Group
Summary of the changes to California employment laws effective in 2012. Read More » - Missouri Legislators Seek to Limit Employment Discrimination Protections
Provided by: Holman Schiavone, LLC
For the second year in a row, Missouri lawmakers are attempting to roll back the state’s protections for victims of workplace discrimination. Read More » - New Laws Affecting California Employers
Provided by: Law Offices of Rheuban & Gresen
A number of new laws affecting employers took effect on January 1, 2012. Learn more about them and how employees may be affected as well. Read More » - Employer Misconduct and Legal Issues at Work
Provided by: Martin D. Haverly, Attorney at Law
Employees facing workplace harassment, discrimination, unsafe working conditions or co-worker misbehavior are more hesitant to speak up. Read More » - Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: An Overview
Provided by: Martin D. Haverly, Attorney at Law
Workplace sexual harassment is illegal under Delaware state law and the federal Civil Rights Act. Learn how employees can protect their rights when facing sexual harassment at work. Read More » - Survey Shows Employees Lack Knowledge of Whistleblower Rights
Provided by: Begelman Orlow & Melletz, Attorneys at Law
A recent survey found that over one-third of American workers have knowledge of company wrongdoing in their workplace, but more than two-thirds of respondents were unaware of new financial securities fraud whistleblower rights. Read More » - Committee Considers Enhancing Whistleblower Protections
Provided by: The Whistleblower Law Firm
A committee hearing was held recently in conjunction with debate over a new bill that would solidify and even expand whistleblower protections for employees of government contractors. Read More » - Was Move to Windowless Basement Whistleblower’s Punishment?
Provided by: The Whistleblower Law Firm
In a recent congressional hearing, federal lawmakers heard testimony from an engineer whistleblower about the retaliation he experienced from his former employer for raising safety concerns about the Hanford Waste Treatment Plant Project. Read More » - New California Law on Misclassifying Employees as Contractors
Provided by: Nelson Law Group
California passed a law, effective 2012, increasing the penalties for employers who willfully misclassify employees as independent contractors. Read More » - Exposing Gender Inequality and Harassment on the New Jersey Waterfront
Provided by: Zatuchni & Associates, Attorneys at Law
Female dockworkers are facing gender-based discrimination and sexual harassment at New Jersey and New York ports. Read More » - Whistleblowing Remedies in New Jersey
Provided by: Hanan M. Isaacs, P.C.
The New Jersey Supreme Court provided a victory for whistleblowers in a case where they held lost wages were recoverable in a CEPA case, even in the absence of a constructive discharge. Read More » - Blowing the Whistle: Fraud and the False Claims Act
Provided by: The Armstrong Law Firm
Employees who know their employer is perpetrating fraud against the federal government have the right to take action. The qui tam provision of the False Claims Act accordingly allows private citizens to sue on behalf of the government in situations where they have specific knowledge of fraud perpetrated against the federal government itself. In successful cases, the private citizen (also known as a “whistleblower” or “relator”) is entitled to a share of the fines, penalties and damages assessed against the fraudulent party. Read More » - California Employment Laws and Out-of-State Employees
Provided by: Marlin & Saltzman LLP
California overtime laws do apply to out-of-state residents who work for California-based companies and only work in the state part of the year. Read More » - Dodd-Frank Act Provides Whistleblowers with Greater Protections
Provided by: Swartz Law, LLC
Congress passed the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act last summer, adding protection for corporate whistleblowers. Read More » - Bullying in the Workplace: Time for a Hostile Work Environments Law?
Provided by: Gregg M. Corwin & Associates
A bill that was introduced in the Minnesota Senate earlier this year seeks to better protect victims of workplace bullying. Read More » - As Technologies Evolve, Employee Privacy Issues Proliferate
Provided by: Gregg M. Corwin & Associates
The divisions between personal life and the workplace have never been fuzzier, and the implications for labor and employment law are significant. Read More » - Utah Partners with Federal Agencies to End Worker Misclassification
Provided by: Stavros Law, P.C.
The federal government is partnering with several states to cut down on employee misclassification. Read More » - A Primer on Pennsylvania Sexual Harassment Laws
Provided by: McCarthy Weisberg Cummings, P.C.
Pennsylvania employers need to be aware of laws preventing workplace sexual harassment. Read More » - Strange Brew: Companies Square Off in Non-Competition Case
Provided by: Dolan Connly, P.C.
A non-competition case between two well-known brewing companies showcases trade secret laws and non-competition agreements when employees leave a company. Read More » - Dodd-Frank Awards, Protections Lure Whistleblowers to Come Forward
Provided by: Law Office of William M. Julien, P.A.
Dodd-Frank increases protections and awards available to financial whistleblowers. Read More » - Employment Agreements: When to Use Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Clauses
Provided by: Stavros Law, P.C.
In today’s marketplace, employees change jobs frequently as certain skill sets are in high demand. Many Utah businesses do not adequately protect themselves for the potential departures of these special high performing employees. Read More » - Florida and Federal Law Protect Workplace Sexual Harassment Victims
Provided by: Feldman Fox & Morgado PA
In 2010, over 11,000 claims of sexual harassment were filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) — a federal agency charged with protecting the quality of life among American employees. Read More » - FL Courts Rule Not All Harassment About Sex Is Sexual Harassment
Provided by: Law Office of William M. Julien, P.A.
A district court in Tampa recently determined that just because harassment is sexual in nature, the conduct will not be automatically deemed sexual harassment under the law. Read More » - Understanding Retroactive Benefit Denials Under ERISA
Provided by: Feldman Fox & Morgado PA
ERISA is the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, which was enacted by the federal government in 1974 to protect employees’ rights under benefit plans. A lawyer can help after an employee received notice of a retroactive benefit denial under ERISA. Read More » - New Connecticut Law Bans Discrimination Against Transgendered Employees
Provided by: Employee Advocates LLC
Governor Dannel Malloy recently signed a law protecting transgendered employees from employment discrimination. Read More » - Sexual Harassment Law In California
Provided by: The Rubin Law Corporation
State and federal laws declare that employees should not be subjected to sexual harassment in the workplace. A lawyer can help those targeted by harassment get relief. Read More » - New California Law Protects Transgender Rights at Work
Provided by: Patton Wolan Carlise LLP
California has passed a new law that strengthens the civil rights for all transgender individuals. Read More » - Female Fire Fighter Sues for Sexual Harassment, Retaliation
Provided by: Patton Wolan Carlise LLP
A female fire fighter has filed a sexual harassment and retaliation suit against her fire department and supervisor in California. Read More » - Prosecutors Using 1989 Savings-and-Loan Law in Whistleblower Cases
Provided by: Begelman Orlow & Melletz, Attorneys at Law
Qui tam attorneys are beginning to use a long-ignored federal statute, the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act of 1989 (FIRREA), to help whistleblowers secure financial rewards. Read More » - A Question of Goodwill: Texas Covenants Not to Compete
Provided by: Schachter Harris, LLP
The Texas Supreme Court has upheld a non-compete agreement based on an employer's goodwill. Learn more about non-compete agreements from Schachter Harris, LLP. Read More » - Overtime Wage Claims Under the Fair Labor Standards Act and Indiana Law
Provided by: Haskin & LaRue, LLP
Federal law protects an employee’s right to timely and correct payment under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), as does state law for those not covered by the FLSA. Read More » - Tough Workplaces May Be Tough on Your Health
Provided by: Broderick Newmark & Grather PC
Getting a job is hard enough in today’s economy, but having a difficult job may take a toll on your health, even if it is not dangerous. Learn more about the study that identified emotional hazards in the workplace. Read More » - Sixth Circuit Court Rules Definition of "Employee" Includes some Volunteers, Extending Title VII Discrimination Protection
Provided by: Nacht Law
A recent ruling from Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals specifically confirms that the federal civil rights laws protect certain volunteers from discrimination at work. Read More » - California Bans Most Credit Checks for Employment Purposes
Provided by: Bononi Law Group, LLP
A bill signed by California Gov. Jerry Brown prohibits most employers from using credit scores and credit history in making hiring decisions. California is the seventh state in the country to ban the practice of credit checks by most employers. Read More » - False Claims Act Revisions Make Immediate Return Government Overpayments More Urgent, With Stiff Penalties for Contractors who Delay.
Provided by: Nacht Law
The passing of the new national healthcare bill has increased the number of Americans with public healthcare plans. While the legislation will reduce the number of people who are currently uncovered or unsatisfied with their healthcare insurance policy, it will also place greater financial responsibility on the shoulders of the health care providers. Read More » - Governor Brown Signs New Anti-Discrimination Bill into Law
Provided by: The Armstrong Law Firm
A new bill broadens California's anti discrimination laws to protect employees from discrimination based on their genetic information. As of January 1, 2012, California law will extend the provisions of Unruh and GINA to include the ban of genetic information discrimination by housing, education and health care institutions. Read More » - Sexual Harassment: Not Something You Have To Accept In The Workplace
Provided by: Hanan M. Isaacs, P.C.
Sexual harassment is unwelcome verbal, visual, or physical conduct of a sexual nature that is severe or pervasive and affects working conditions or creates a hostile work environment. It is illegal in the workplace. Read More » - Applying for SSDI or SSI and Disability Determination Services in Texas
Provided by: The Law Offices of Coats & Todd
Once the Texas DDS receives the completed application, it can act as the SSA’s agent to determine whether the applicant is disabled. Read More » - Reasonable Accommodations and Disabled Workers
Provided by: The Law Office of Joel Larabee
The Americans with Disabilities Act provides equal opportunity for disabled individuals, including reasonable accomodations while on the job. Read More » - California Paid Family Leave
Provided by: The Law Office of Joel Larabee
In 2002, California passed a law that established the “Paid Family Leave Insurance Program.” This law gives a covered employee up to six weeks of leave to take off of work in order to care for “a seriously ill child, spouse, parent, or registered domestic partner, or to bond with a new child.” Read More » - Town Amends Sexual Harassment Policy to Include Social Media
Provided by: Dolan Connly, P.C.
Sexual harassment policies are now taking social media accounts into consideration. Read More » - Illegal Discrimination Against Federal Employees and Job Applicants
Provided by: The Devadoss Law Firm PLLC
Federal government employees can expect legal protections against illegal discrimination at work usually comparable to protections that apply to private-sector employees. There are many other unfair federal employer actions can also amount to illegal discrimination when based on protected characteristics. Read More » - Employment Discrimination Charges Reach All-Time High
Provided by: McCarthy Weisberg Cummings, P.C.
Several factors may have contributed to a record number of employment discrimination claims in 2010. Read More » - Title VII Protection for Workers of Racial or Religious Discrimination
Provided by: Nacht Law
The Civil Rights Act protects workers from discrimination based on race, national origin, sex and religion. Read More » - Many Government Agencies Provide Whistleblower Protections
Provided by: Nacht Law
Dodd-Frank Act clarifies the rights of whistleblowers and provides basis for incentive program. Read More » - California Workplace Sexual Harassment Laws
Provided by: The Armstrong Law Firm
It is important to understand the laws that exist to protect workers from suffering from sexual harassment and retaliation for reporting harassment in the workplace. Read More » - Employers Must Accommodate Disabled Workers under the ADA
Provided by: Law Office of William M. Julien, P.A.
If you are suffering from a disability, you are entitled to equal treatment at work. Learn more about accommodations employers must make under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Read More » - LGBT, ENDA And Discrimination In The Workplace
Provided by: Kelly & Lemmons, P.A.
The Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA) would prohibit workplace discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity. The legislation has been proposed numerous times, but has never gained sufficient support in Congress to pass. Read More » - Federal Third Circuit Recognizes Implied Certification Qui Tam Theory
Provided by: Begelman Orlow & Melletz, Attorneys at Law
A recent opinion from the United States Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, expanded the circumstances under which whistleblowers can file a qui tam lawsuit under the False Claims Act. Read More » - Supreme Court Ruling Deals Blow to Class-Action Lawsuits
Provided by: Law Offices of Rheuban & Gresen
A recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling significantly limits the power of consumers and employees to fight back against large companies’ unfair practices through class-action litigation. Read More » - Employee Misclassification Leads to Exclusion from Critical Benefits
Provided by: Feldman, Fox & Morgado, P.A.
Many employers misclassify employees as contractors to avoid having to pay out benefits, either intentionally or unintentionally, but there are important laws protecting employees against misclassification. Read More » - Wal-Mart Contractor May Face Class Action Challenging Warehouse Practices
Provided by: Marlin & Saltzman, LLP
There are important legal challenges underway seeking to hold Wal-Mart accountable to legal wage and hour protections. Read More » - Wal-Mart Pays Penalty for Harassment in California
Provided by: Marlin & Saltzman, LLP
The federal government sued Wal-Mart to contest racial discrimination at a Fresno Sam's Club and obtained a substantial settlement. Read More » - Workers Protected Against Retaliation for Reporting Violations
Provided by: The Rubin Law Corporation
The federal Office of the Whistleblower Protection Program offers processes to report unlawful activity by employers and provides protection to workers who make whistleblower claims. Read More » - Facing Racial Discrimination in the Workplace? Know Your Legal Rights
Provided by: Law Office of William M. Julien, P.A.
Racial discrimination in the workplace remains a prevalent threat in America. Learn more about the laws that protect you at work, and what to do if you have been a victim. Read More » - OSHA’s Protection Program for Whistleblower Employees
Provided by: Kocurek &Krudop, P.C.
While reporting workplace violations may be distressing to employees, the Whistleblower Protection Act and OSHA's protection program protects them against retaliation for reporting violations. Read More » - Sexual Harassment in West Virginia Workplaces
Provided by: The Bell Law Firm PLLC
Federal and West Virginia state laws protect employees from sexual harassment and gender-related discrimination. Read More » - Basics of the Family and Medical Leave Act
Provided by: Kelly & Lemmons PA
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law that permits employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave. As the name suggests, the reason for the leave must be related to family and medical issues. Read More » - Supreme Court Decision Allows Fiancé to Bring Suit for Retaliatory Firing
Provided by: Employee Advocates LLC
A unanimous decision this year by the Supreme Court makes it illegal to fire a close family member, such as a spouse or fiancé, in retaliation for bringing a discrimination claim. Read More » - Years-Long Legal Battle Against Wal-Mart Heads to the U.S. Supreme Court
Provided by: McCarthy Weisberg Cummings, P.C.
The proposed gender discrimination class action case against Wal-Mart is now in the hands of the U.S. Supreme Court. Read More » - The Wendell H. Ford Aviation Investment and Reform Act for the 21st Century (AIR21) 49 U.S. C. §42121
Provided by: The Rubin Law Corporation
AIR21 provides that no air carrier or contractor or subcontractor of an air carrier may discharge an employee or otherwise discriminate against an employee with respect to compensation... Read More » - New IRS Whistleblower Rules on Reporting Taxpayer Fraud
Provided by: Begelman Orlow & Melletz, Attorneys at Law
The IRS recently announced new rules relating to the disclosure of tax return information of alleged tax cheats to whistleblowers and the qui tam attorneys who represent them in false claims actions. Read More » - High-Profile California Cases Draw Attention to Employee Misclassification
Provided by: Blumenthal, Nordrehaug & Bhowmik
Recent lawsuits filed in California courts are highlighting the oft-ignored issue of employee misclassification. Read More » - Supreme Court Okays Retaliation Suit by Close Relations under Title VII
Provided by: Hanan M. Isaacs, P.C.
The U.S. Supreme Court recently reinstated a retaliation case where a woman’s fiancé was fired after she had filed a discrimination claim with the EEOC. Read More » - Wal-Mart Fires Employee Over Medical Marihuana Use
Provided by: Miller Cohen PLC
In 2008, the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act (MMMA) became law, which permits the medical use of the drug under state law and prohibits employers from terminating employees who are authorized to using marihuana by the statute. Read More » - A Primer on California Whistleblower Protections
Provided by: Law Offices of Lisa L. Maki
California and federal laws protect whistleblowers from retaliation and negative consequences for reporting unlawful activity. Read More » - Anti-Hispanic Discrimination Still Felt Around the Country
Provided by: Kilgore & Kilgore
In spite of their growing numbers, Hispanics around the country are still reporting instances of discrimination based on their national origin. Read More » - Government Offers Substantial Rewards to Corporate Whistleblowers
Provided by: The McClellan Law Firm
As an incentive to those with information regarding securities fraud and corporate bribery to come forward, the government provides significant monetary rewards to corporate whistleblowers. Read More » - Seeking Long Term Disability Benefits? Consult With An Attorney
Provided by: Edelstein Martin & Nelson
As many people discover when they seek to secure the benefits they ought to receive under an insurance policy, the insurance company’s goal is often not to provide full benefits. Read More » - Rise in Discrimination Class Action Settlements
Provided by: The Law Office of Richard J. Breibart, LLC
This term, the United States Supreme Court will be deciding two employment-related class action cases that could alter when, whether and how class actions can be brought in the future. Read More » - Employment Accommodations for Employees With Cancer
Provided by: The Rubin Law Corporation
Federal laws seek to empower those who wish to work and prevent employers from discriminating against individuals with disabilities or who are perceived to have disabilities. Read More » - Supreme Court to Decide Key Employee Class Action Cases in 2011
Provided by: Bononi Law Group, LLP
The US Supreme Court is set to issue opinions in three cases with important implications for future employment class action suits this year. Depending on how the Court rules in these cases, employees seeking to enforce their workplace rights as a class may find it easier to do so. Read More » - Supreme Court Hears Case on Legal Arizona Workers Act
Provided by: Snow & Carpio PLC
The US Supreme Court heard arguments on the legality of the Arizona law requires state employers to check the immigration status of job applicants. Read More » - Qui Tam Actions: Federal Whistleblower Cases Can Provide Major Rewards
Provided by: Begelman, Orlow & Melletz Attorneys at Law
Individual whistleblowers who provide information that implicates a company for defrauding the federal government can be eligible for major financial rewards. Read More » - Emotional Distress Damages in Employment Cases: Contract Remedies, Tort Remedies and the Importance of the Expert Witness
Provided by: Gwilliam Ivary Chiosso Cavalli & Brewer
For many of us, our jobs play a central role in defining our identities. Loss of employment can be an especially traumatic event striking the core of who we see ourselves to be, and profoundly affecting our sense of self-worth and dignity. Read More » - Arbitrating Stockbroker Cases
Provided by: Kilgore & Kilgore
Claims against stockbrokers can be handled through arbitration. It may be preferable to litigation in some cases. Read More » - Michigan School Teachers Face Special Dangers at Criminal Arraignment
Provided by: Nacht Law
For any professional, the prospect of a criminal charge, even a simple misdemeanor, can present serious threat to a job and a career. For teachers and public school employees, 2005 Michigan "School Safety" legislation (2005 PA 129-131 and 138) presents a special danger for future employment. Read More » - Whistleblowers face legal challenges
Provided by: Nacht Law
Doing the right thing often takes a clear conscience. For employees, it also takes a tremendous sense of courage and some fundamental understanding of the law. When you find out that your employer or the company that you're working for is doing something legally unsound or ethically dubious, you may find yourself in a difficult situation. Read More » - Michigan Law and The Hostile Work Environment
Provided by: Nacht Law
There is a concept in the employment world called hostile work environment. The concept in law is different from the one in most people's heads. Many people who have a boss that yells or creates a high stress working environment are victims of a hostile work environment in the literal sense, but that kind of environment is not necessarily illegal. Read More » - Does an employee have a claim for retaliation because of the the protected activity of a third party?
Provided by: Nacht Law
This article will examine whether an employee has any legal claims for the protected activity of a third party, under Title VII or the First Amendment. While Title VII based claims are on hold pending Supreme Court consideration, public employees still enjoy First Amendment protection for the First Amendment activity of their spouse. Read More » - Laws Provide Protection for Nursing Mothers
Provided by: Nacht Law
The health benefits of breastfeeding are widely recognized. Nevertheless, there are many practical hurdles to overcome – especially for working mothers. The American Academy of Pediatrics currently recommends that breastfeeding continue for at least 12 months, and thereafter for as long as mother and baby desire. On March 23, 2010, President Obama signed into law the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA). As part of the PPACA, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) (29 USC § 207) was amended to require employers to provide reasonable break time and private spaces for nursing mothers to express breast milk during the workday for up to one year after a child’s birth. Read More » - How to Achieve Good Results Without Filing a Lawsuit
Provided by: Nacht Law
The conventional wisdom is that you litigate the big cases with good facts. While that is generally true, it’s often a mistake to forgo attempts at pre-suit mediation in such cases. In virtually every case I plan to litigate, I reach out to the other side prior to suit and explore settlement, often with surprisingly good results. Read More » - The Impact of Social Security Disability Income on Other Benefits
Provided by: The Law Offices of Coats & Todd
Individuals unable to work may also be eligible for SSDI, veterans’ benefits and/or unemployment. Applicants should be aware of differing requirements between these programs. Read More » - High Court to Decide Reach of Anti-Retaliation Provisions
Provided by: Kocurek & Krudop PC
The Supreme Court recently heard oral arguments in an important employment law case that will test the bounds of anti-retaliation claims under federal anti-discrimination laws. Read More » - Muslims Report Increased Discrimination at Work
Provided by: Hinkle, Jachimowicz, Pointer & Emanuel
Muslim workers filed a record 803 claims of discrimination in the year ended Sept. 30, 2009, up 20 percent from the previous year and up nearly 60 percent from 2005. Read More » - Religious Freedom Has a Place in the Workplace
Provided by: McCarthy Weisberg Cummings PC
Complaints from Muslims have almost tripled in the years since the events of 9/11, but Muslim workers are only 25 percent of all religion-oriented workplace discrimination claims. Read More » - Major Whistleblower Case Proceeds in Philadelphia Federal Court
Provided by: Begelman, Orlow & Melletz Attorneys at Law
A whistleblower suit alleges violations under the False Claims Act that could result in a costly judgment against Pfizer due to inappropriate billing and other wrongdoing. Read More » - Health Care Reform Comes with New Employee Anti-Retaliation Protections
Provided by: Kilgore & Kilgore
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2009 includes important whistleblower protections for employees who report abuse or suspected abuse of the law. Read More » - 20 Years Since The Passage of the ADA, Employment Disparities Remain
Provided by: Law Office of William M. Julien, P.A.
In 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law, providing protections for those with disabilities. Even today, though, employment disparities remain. Read More » - The Employee Misclassification Prevention Act of 2010
Provided by: Marlin and Saltzman, LLP
Employee misclassification can take place in several situations, including when a worker is improperly treated as a self-employed independent contractor. Read More » - Disabled Workers Still Face Discrimination in the Workplace
Provided by: McCarthy Weisberg Cummings, P.C.
Unfortunately, physical changes made to make a business more accessible to impaired visitors do not translate into a more tolerant workplace for disabled employees. Read More » - The Dodd-Frank Act: Financial Reform and New Whistleblower Protections
Provided by: Begelman, Orlow & Melletz, Attorneys at Law
The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act enhances whistleblower protections under current laws and provides a significant reward for employees who expose financial fraud. Read More » - Pregnancy Discrimination in California and the Mixed-Motive Defense
Provided by: Bononi Law Group, LLP
Discrimination in the workplace is rarely straightforward. therefore, the CA Supreme Court will be considering whether employers can use a mixed-motive defense. Read More » - New Jersey Supreme Court Expands Workplace Privacy Rights
Provided by: Rudnick, Addonizio & Pappa
A recent New Jersey Supreme Court decision has important implications for workplace privacy rights. Read More » - NASCAR Behind the Scenes: Still Just for the “Good Old Boys”?
Provided by: McCarthy Weisberg Cummings PC
In spite of a whopping $225 million settlement with a former African-American female employee, NASCAR still has a ways to go to integrate and diversify their workplace. Read More » - Striking a Balance Between Religious Expression and Discrimination
Provided by: The Dolan Employment Law Firm
Religious freedom is one of the founding principles of the United States. Read More » - Whistleblower Claims Could Rise Significantly
Provided by: Begelman, Orlow & Melletz, Attorneys at Law
The recently enacted health care reform legislation makes it easier for whistleblowers to help stop fraud against the federal government by bringing a qui tam action under the False Claims Act. Read More » - Employees Should Expect Little Privacy in Work-Provided Phones
Provided by: Law Office of William M. Julien, P.A.
Employees, whether public or private sector, should be aware that they have very few legal privacy rights at work, especially when talking or sending messages from an employer-owned cell phone. Read More » - Exempt and Non-Exempt Employees: What's the Difference?
Provided by: Marlin and Saltzman, LLP
All employees should be aware of their status as exempt or non-exempt under the FLSA and California Labor Code. Read More » - Limits on Employee Rights When Preparing for Litigation in New Jersey
Provided by: HANAN M ISAACS PC
Two NJ cases, Stengert v. Loving Care Agency and Quinlan v. Curtiss-Wright are gaining attention. Both outcomes may impact the rights of employees in discrimination lawsuits against their employers. Read More » - What You Should Know About SSDI OR SSI
Provided by: Miller Cohen PLC
Social Security disability insurance, which is managed by the Social Security Administration, is designed to provide lifelong financial support to workers who become disabled. Read More » - Social Security Disability Benefits: Who Is Eligible?
Provided by: Shifrin Newman Smith Inc.
Not everyone who is unable to work because of illness or injury is entitled to Social Security disability benefits. Only those suffering from long-term, severe disabilities may receive benefits. Read More » - Noncompete Agreements That Stick in Massachusetts
Provided by: Sally & Fitch LLP
What can be included in a valid noncompetition agreement? Read More » - Employee Rights under the Fair Labor Standards Act
Provided by: Stueve Siegel Hanson, LLP
The majority of public and private employees are covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act, a federal law that requires employers to pay employees the federal minimum wage and overtime compensation. Read More » - New Jersey Increases the Number of Charges Brought in Corruption Cases
Provided by: Begelman, Orlow & Melletz, Attorneys at Law
State prosecutors in New Jersey are cracking down on corruption and fraud. CEPA, also known as the "Whistleblower Act" protects those who come forward to report such wrongdoings. Read More » - Arbitration Fairness Act Would Ban Mandatory Arbitration for Employees
Provided by: Law Office of William M. Julien, P.A.
The Arbitration Fairness Act of 2009 is pending in Congress and, if passed, would render mandatory arbitration clauses in employment contracts unenforceable. Read More » - Michigan's Whistleblower Protection Act
Provided by: Miller Cohen, P.L.C.
The Michigan Whistleblower Protection Act provides protection to employees who report or are about to report to a public body violations of local, state or federal laws, regulations or rules. Read More » - Disability Discrimination – Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Provided by: The Dolan Law Firm
People with disabilities make valuable contributions at work -- if they are given the opportunity to do so. Read More » - Sexual Harassment in the Workplace – Employee Rights FAQs
Provided by: The Dolan Law Firm
In legal terms, sexual harassment is any unwelcome sexual advance or conduct on the job that creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive working environment. Read More » - Office Conduct Regarding Sexual Harassment
Provided by: Navarette Law Firm
At work we must find a balance between professional and personable behavior. There are certain rules that guide office conduct, and when lines are crossed sexual harrassment may be the result. Read More » - New Jersey Whistleblower Claims
Provided by: Begelman, Orlow & Melletz, Attorneys At Law
The Conscientious Employee Protection Act, or CEPA, protects employees in New Jersey from retaliatory actions by employers for reporting illegal or unethical practices. Read More » - Are Employees Entitled to Overtime and Breaks?
Provided by: Navarette Law Firm
Currently, many workers are experiencing reduced hours, stagnant wages and limited job opportunities. Employers are trying to save money and reduce costs, by pay cuts or unpaid furlough time. Read More » - Age Discrimination Plaintiffs Still Have Options Under California Law
Provided by: Gwilliam Ivary Chiosso Cavalli & Brewer
Gross v. FBL Financial Svcs. struck a blow to age discrimination plaintiffs. But FEHA provides protections for California employees, creating a more level playing field in employment law litigation. Read More » - Medical Pregnancy Leave
Provided by: The Dolan Law Firm
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law that lets covered employees take extended time away from work, to handle certain family or medical needs. Read More » - Non-Compete Agreements - Top 5 Ways to Get Out of Yours
Provided by: Donna M. Ballman, P.A.
Even if you signed on the dotted line, you still may have some legal arguments to defeat your non-compete agreement under Florida law. Read More » - Defining "Disability" under the ADA Amendments Act of 2008
Provided by: Law Office of William M. Julien, P.A.
To ensure adequate legal protections for people with disabilities, Congress recently passed new legislation expanding the scope of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Read More » - I've Been Harassed! My Work Environment is Hostile! What Do I Do?
Provided by: Donna M. Ballman, P.A.
A look at Florida law and requirements for filing an employment harassment case -- with advice on how to file the claim first with your employer, then with the Florida court system. Read More » - TCHRA Exclusive Remedy for Discharged City Employee
Provided by: Loya and Associates
Public employees who feel they have suffered employment discrimination or retaliation must exercise caution when selecting their cause of action. Read More » - Looking Beyond Wrongful Termination
Provided by: Advantage Law Group
Many employees are unaware of their extensive rights under California Labor Laws, including their rights to meal and rest breaks and overtime compensation. Read More » - What Can You Do If You Get Hurt at Work and Your Employer Fires You?
Provided by: Law Office of William M. Julien, P.A.
The "employment at will" concept and how it impacts employee rights. Read More » - Mandatory Arbitration Agreements Unfairly Deny Employee Rights
Provided by: Kilgore & Kilgore, PLLC
A mandatory arbitration clause requires an employee to give up any right to bring a lawsuit against the employer for any wrong, including wrongful termination, discrimination or sexual harassment. Read More » - Is Texas Handcuffed by Employment Non-Compete Restrictions?
Provided by: Kilgore & Kilgore - Theodore C. Anderson, Managing Director
It is a common misconception in Texas that non-compete agreements are void and unenforceable. Read More » - Judge Sotomayor’s Employment Law Decisions
Provided by: Law Offices of John A. Gallagher, P.C.
During her time on the Second Circuit, Judge Sotomayor has ruled on a number of employment law cases. This article highlights some of her key decisions. Read More »