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fired for political views
12Oct

Can You Be Fired for Your Political Views?

Fired for Your Political Views? Here’s What You Need to Know In an era of intense political polarization, conversations about politics often...

anonymous whistleblower
03Oct

Can You Whistleblow Anonymously?

Can You Whistleblow Anonymously? What You Need to Know Reporting workplace wrongdoing takes courage. Whether you've witnessed fraud, safety violations, or other...

30Sep

Barrett & Farahany Addresses Legal Action and Paula Deen’s Recent Comments

Barrett & Farahany has filed a breach of agreement complaint in Chatham County Superior Court against Paula Deen, along with a motion...

retaliation for whistleblowing
24Sep

Signs of Retaliation for Whistleblowing

Recognizing Retaliation for Whistleblowing Blowing the whistle on an employer's misconduct takes immense courage. Employees who report illegal or unethical activities play...

Bullying
17Sep

When is Bullying Illegal in the Workplace?

When Does Workplace Bullying Cross the Line? Workplace bullying can make your job feel unbearable. It might involve insults, isolation, or even...

georgia professor awarded 615k in wrongful termination case against piedmont university | barrett & farahany
15Sep

Georgia Professor Awarded $615k in Wrongful Termination Case Against Piedmont University

A federal jury has awarded $615,000 to a former Piedmont University biology professor, represented by Attorney Julie Oinonen of Williams Oinonen LLC...

Barrett & Farahany obtains favorable verdict in racial discrimination trial | barrett & farahany
12Sep

Barrett & Farahany Obtains Favorable Verdict in Racial Discrimination Trial

Barrett & Farahany has obtained a verdict in favor of our client in a workplace retaliation case, securing an award of $68k...

EEOC
11Sep

What Does Weakening the EEOC Mean for Workers?

What a Weakened EEOC Means for Workers The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has long been the primary federal agency responsible...

legal limits on executive compensation
04Sep

Legal Limits on Executive Compensation

Legal Limits on Executive Compensation: What Leaders Need to Know Executive compensation packages can reach staggering heights, but they don't exist in...

proof of pregnancy discrimination
29Aug

What is Considered Proof of Pregnancy Discrimination?

Pregnancy discrimination remains a persistent problem in American workplaces, despite federal laws that have protected pregnant workers for decades. When employers treat...

Pregnancy Discrimination in the workplace
21Aug

What are Examples of Pregnancy Discrimination?

Examples of Pregnancy Discrimination Every Employee Should Know Pregnancy should be a time of excitement and preparation, not worry about job security....

barrett & farahany best lawyers
21Aug

Barrett & Farahany Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Best Lawyers in America®

Barrett & Farahany is pleased to announce that Best Lawyers in America® has recognized several attorneys at the firm for their work...

Types of Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Barrett Farahany
19Aug

Understanding the “Severe or Pervasive” Standard in Workplace Sexual Harassment Cases

As it appeared on USAttorneys.com Your Fight Against Workplace Sexual Harassment in Atlanta Starts With Barrett & Farahany Every employee deserves a...

Constance Cooper on CNN discussing Alabama transgender teen who died by suicide after bulling and harassment | Barrett & Farahany
18Aug

Barrett & Farahany Represents Family of Transgender Teen Who Died By Suicide in Lawsuit Against Elba City School District

Barrett & Farahany Attorney Constance Cooper was recently featured in a nationally televised CNN interview to discuss a federal lawsuit, Williams v....

sexual harassment off-site
15Aug

What Can Employers Do About Sexual Harassment During Business Travel or Off-Site Events

Sexual Harassment During Business Travel: An Employer's Guide Sexual harassment doesn't stop at the office door. When employees travel for business or...

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06Aug

Federal vs. Georgia Family Medical Leave Laws

Family Leave Laws: Comparing FMLA Rights in Georgia, Alabama, and Illinois Navigating family leave laws can feel overwhelming, especially when you're dealing...

avoid-tax-payments
31Jul

No Taxes on Overtime Through 2028

What Does No Taxes on Overtime or Tips Through 2028 Mean for Workers? The recently signed "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (OBBBA)...

pregnant-woman-working
23Jul

How Does Pregnancy Discrimination Relate to Other Forms of Discrimination?

How Pregnancy Discrimination Connects to Other Forms of Workplace Bias Pregnancy discrimination rarely exists in isolation. When employers treat pregnant employees unfairly,...

gossip-pregnancy
14Jul

Subtle vs. Overt Pregnancy Discrimination

Spotting Subtle vs. Overt Pregnancy Discrimination at Work Pregnancy discrimination affects countless working women, but it doesn't always look the same. While...

company-leader
08Jul

Factors That Influence Severance Package Value

What Determines Your Severance Package Value? When facing a job termination, understanding what influences your severance package value can make the difference...

executive severance package
30Jun

Essential Components of Executive Severance Packages

What Makes a Good Severance Package for Executives? Executive departures happen for countless reasons — corporate restructuring, strategic shifts, performance issues, or...

emotional distress
24Jun

Can I Sue My Employer for Emotional Distress While Pregnant?

Navigating the workplace while pregnant can be challenging, but when added layers of emotional distress or discrimination enter the picture, it becomes...

executive compensation
17Jun

What are the Rules Around Executive Compensation?

When it comes to executive compensation, the stakes are high. Executive pay not only impacts the financial well-being of business leaders, but...

unreasonable work conditions
11Jun

What are Unreasonable Work Conditions?

Identifying and Addressing Unreasonable Work Conditions Unfavorable working conditions aren’t just inconvenient — they can have a serious and lasting impact on...

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