If you believe that your employer has either subjected you to illegal behaviors or has failed to intervene as others have done so, you may be able to hold your employer accountable for the harm you have suffered by filing an appropriate claim with the courts. Although...
Month: September 2014
Employment law changes enacted this year, so far
It is hard to believe that it is already September. It seems like only yesterday Americans were making New Year’s resolutions and rolling their eyes at the presence of Valentine’s Day fare in retail stores. However, it is indeed already autumn and many changes in the...
Do I need a lawyer for my wage and hour issue?
There are some situations in life that compel individuals to seek out the assistance of a trained professional. For example, if you were suffering from a heart attack, you would go to the hospital. Attempting to weather this heart attack without the assistance of...
How do I file a discrimination complaint with the EEOC?
Under numerous circumstances, individuals wishing to hold an entity or entities accountable for legal conduct benefit both from filing a civil lawsuit and from alerting government agencies to the situation at hand. These simultaneous actions are often undertaken in...
How do I get approved for FMLA leave from work?
The Family and Medical Leave Act is a federal law designed to allow workers to take time away from their jobs for specific and important parental and health reasons without fear of losing their positions or experiencing retaliation. If you or your spouse has recently...