The Family Medical Leave Act (more commonly known as FMLA) is a federal law that grants employees unpaid, job protected leave when an employee cannot work because of a serious health condition. FMLA Leave also covers an employee if they are relied upon to provide care...
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (also known as the EEOC) is the Federal government agency mandated to enforce federal laws against discrimination in the workplace. Discrimination can be in the form of harassment, denial of reasonable accommodations,...
Many of us know someone who has experienced some sort of discrimination, whether it was based on race, gender identity, religion, sexuality, amongst other innate characteristics. We may not often think of age as a basis for discrimination, however age discrimination...
Whistleblowing is an area of law that is becoming more prominent as more individuals become aware of their rights. The rights you have under this statute are designed to insure your rights are protected if you point out discrimination, serious harassment, and dangers...
Unfortunately, many employees only find out about the terms of a severance package when they’re laid off. This leaves workers with very little time to negotiate the offers of such a crucial contract. Understanding the components of a severance package is crucial for...
Dealing with severance agreements can be complex, and there are several common mistakes that individuals, employers, and legal advisors often make. Here are some of the most common mistakes: Failing to Seek Legal Advice: Both employers and employees may fail to...
There are laws surrounding when and how much severance to provide to an employee. There is no general law requiring that a company pay severance. Whether or not to pay severance to an individual terminating employment is up to the employer, however, most employers are...
The reputation of the litigation process is one that is rife with stories of glory. Large judgments, settlements, and ‘victories for justice’ are highly publicized, leading the general public to believe that the litigation process is a panacea for victims of...