Every employee is entitled to his or her rights. However, there are occasions in which employers overlook your employee rights, especially when it comes to discrimination. If you feel that you have been discriminated against, you are facing termination due to discrimination, or termination due to filing a discrimination claim; it is critical that you take […]
When facing a violation of your employment rights, such as harassment, discrimination, or wage and overtime theft, it is critical to know who you can turn to for help. This is why finding an experienced and professional employment attorney is a must. Here are some helpful tips to consider when choosing an employment attorney: Only hire an […]
When it comes to workplace issues like discrimination and harassment, may people think that they can immediately file a lawsuit against their employer. However, there are steps that need to be taken before a lawsuit can be filed. While there is a small chance that these steps will improve your situation, or stop the discrimination or harassment, […]
Employment attorneys specialize in representing employees in contract negotiations, as well as workplace violations. These violations may be issues such as workplace discrimination, sexual harassment, overtime or wage theft, as well as civil rights violations. While most people will not need the assistance of an employment attorney, there may be some occasions in which you may need […]
Often times, salaried employees have misconceptions when it comes to overtime, and if they are qualified or not to receive overtime pay. While most salaried employees are exempt from overtime, salaried employees may also be eligible for overtime, but only in the following situations. For salaried employees who are qualified and entitled to overtime pay, their overtime […]
Sexual harassment is a continued issue in today’s workplace, often resulting in one of the most filed complaints and lawsuits against employers. With this being a major violation of employees’ rights, it is important to understand what sexual harassment is, especially since there are two types of sexual harassment violations. Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment Quid Pro Quo […]
In many states, employment relationships are considered as “at will.” This allows for the employer or employee to terminate employment with or without a cause for reason, as long as there is no violation of federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. Have I Been Wrongfully Terminated? If an employee has been discriminated against and was terminated, […]
This blog on the filing of a sexual harassment lawsuit is the fourth in a series directed answering the most pressing questions of victims suffering from sexual harassment. The first three parts to this series are: Part I, reporting the harassment can be found; Part II, the EEOC Charge and Mediation; Part III, the EEOC investigation. This […]
Discrimination on the basis of gender has been around for many years. While in today’s world, women have the ability to be as equally as successful as men, there are still effects that certain genders may experience due to the old thoughts on gender equality. However, women are not only victims of gender discrimination, but men […]
Employment discrimination can happen to any employee, including employees who have served our country. Just like there are laws to protect employees, there are additional laws that protect members of the armed forces. What Is USERRA? The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) is a set of laws that protect members of the armed […]
