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Anonymous Reporting Systems
29Apr

Anonymous Reporting Systems in Addressing Workplace Sexual Harassment

Should Your Workplace Implement an Anonymous Reporting System for Workplace Harassment? Workplace harassment remains a significant issue across industries, undermining employee well-being,...

impact of sexual harassment
22Apr

Long-Term Career Impact of Workplace Sexual Harassment For Victims

The Hidden Cost of Workplace Sexual Harassment Workplace sexual harassment remains a persistent issue with devastating consequences that often extend far beyond...

reporting sexual harassment without an HR department
15Apr

What Are Your Options After Experiencing Sexual Harassment in a Job Without an HR Department?

Sexual harassment in the workplace is a distressing and deeply unsettling experience. It can leave victims feeling disrespected, unsafe, and unsupported. For...

sexual harassment from a client
10Apr

How to Handle Sexual Harassment from a Client or Customer

Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue, but what happens when the perpetrator isn’t a co-worker or supervisor, but a...

race-based sexual harassment
04Apr

How Race, Gender, and Identity Affect Sexual Harassment

How Do Race, Gender, and Identity Affect Sexual Harassment in the Workplace? Sexual harassment in the workplace is a pervasive issue that...

power dynamics
26Mar

How Do Power Dynamics Affect Sexual Harassment in the Workplace?

The Relationship Between Power Dynamics And Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Workplace sexual harassment is a widespread issue that often stems from...

blue-penciling
20Mar

What is Blue-Penciling?

Blue-Penciling in Work Contracts: What Employees Need to Know Work contracts can be dense, intimidating, and full of legal jargon, leaving many...

transgender laws
12Mar

How Might Recent Transgender Laws Affect the Workplace?

Understanding the Impact of Recent Transgender Laws on Employees Workplace inclusivity and transgender rights are gaining more attention than ever before. With...

unconscious bias
05Mar

Unconscious Bias and Its Link to Workplace Sexual Harassment

Can Unconscious Bias Lead to Workplace Sexual Harassment? Workplace sexual harassment remains an alarming issue across various industries and organizations. Defined as...

witnessing sexual harassment
25Feb

What Can You Do If You Witness Sexual Harassment?

What Can You Do if You Witness Sexual Harassment? Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue, particularly for the employees...

COBRA
18Feb

What are Qualifying Events?

Is Your Situation a Qualifying Event? Navigating workplace transitions can be challenging, especially when ensuring continued access to health insurance. This is...

pregnancy discrimination in the workplace | barrett & farahany
14Feb

Lobbyist Sues Environmental Advocacy Group Alleging Pregnancy Discrimination

As It Appeared in the Chicago Tribune By Talia Soglin A former lobbyist for an Illinois environmental organization has filed a lawsuit...

interview discrimination
11Feb

What are Interview Discrimination Lawsuits?

When you're sitting across from a potential employer during an interview, you should expect questions about your skills, experience, and suitability for...

DEI Law Changes
06Feb

How Will the Change in DEI Law Affect Discrimination Lawsuits?

How Will Recent Executive Orders Affect Employees? Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies have long fostered fair and inclusive workplaces. They not...

glass ceiling
28Jan

What is the Glass Ceiling and When is It Illegal?

Time to Break that Glass Ceiling The workplace should be a space where talent and hard work are rewarded equally, regardless of...

winter weather conditions in georgia
23Jan

Yes, Bosses Can Fire Most Employees for Not Showing Up During Winter Weather in Georgia. Here’s Why.

As it appeared on 13WMAZ By Lars Lonnroth MACON, Ga. — Despite warnings by Emergency Management Agency directors to stay off the...

workplace discrimination claims defenses barrett farahany
20Jan

7 Common Employer Defenses Against Workplace Discrimination Claims and How Employees Can Counter Them

How Employees Can Overcome Employer Defenses Against Workplace Discrimination Claims Workplace discrimination is far more common than it should be, affecting employees...

16Jan

Eve Secures $47 Million to Fuel Era of AI-Native Law Firms

As it appeared in PR Newswire SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Eve, an AI platform for plaintiff law firms, today...

AI and Employee Rights
15Jan

How Can AI Violate Your Employee Rights?

How Can AI Violate Your Employee Rights? Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a vital component of the modern workplace, transforming how...

Workplace Harassment
07Jan

How Should Your Employer Handle Workplace Harassment Claims?

Are Your Employers Properly Responding To Your Harassment Claims? Workplace harassment creates a toxic environment, diminishing employee morale and overall productivity. Every...

Can You Be Fired for Social Media Posts Outside of Work Barrett Farahany Employee Rights
27Dec

Can You Be Fired for Social Media Posts Outside of Work?

Social media has become a part of our daily lives, allowing us to express opinions, share moments, and connect with others worldwide....

young-woman-participating-virtual-business-meeting-remote-work-blog-barrett-farahany
23Dec

Can Your Employer Force You to Return to the Office?

What Rights Do Remote Workers Have? The emergence of remote work has reshaped how we view traditional workplace practices. It accelerated rapidly...

defamation
15Dec

Is Defamation Ever Considered Workplace Retaliation?

Is Defamation Ever Considered Workplace Retaliation? Workplace dynamics can be complex, and employees may face a variety of challenges while surviving in...

remote work and wages
10Dec

How Does Remote Work Impact Wage & Hour Compliance?

How Does Remote Work Impact Wage & Hour Compliance? Remote work has transformed the way businesses operate and employees work. While working...

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