Steps to Take if You Believe You’ve Been Wrongfully Terminated
It’s considered wrongful termination when an employee is unlawfully dismissed from their job. In the United States, most employees fall under the...
What Does it Mean to Be Furloughed?
Being furloughed isn’t unheard of, but it’s not as common as being fired or laid off. When a company is on hard...
Laid Off vs. Fired: What’s the Difference?
Whether you’ve been laid off or fired, losing your job is not a fun experience. However, contrary to popular belief, these two...
How to Recognize and Combat Workplace Retaliation
Workplace retaliation isn’t always obvious. Sometimes it's small, subtle, and done in such a way that you don’t realize it is happening....
Workplace Safety Regulations: What Employees Need to Know
At Barrett & Farahany, we understand that workplace safety is an important issue that, when not treated with the utmost care, can...
Does Remote Work Protect You From Workplace Harassment?
The transition to a hybrid office/remote workplace has brought new challenges with it, many of which are related to workplace harassment. As...
All Types of Alternative Dispute Resolution
When it comes to disputes between employees and employers, there are a variety of ways to reach a settlement without going to...
What are Employee Non-Recruitment Covenants?
Recently, in the case of North American Senior Benefits, LLC v. Wimmer, two insurance agents left their original employer and started up...
7 Signs of Workplace Discrimination You Should Look Out For
When people think of discrimination, they often think of someone being subjected to something overt, like hate symbols, slurs, and hate crimes....
Small Business vs. Large Corporation: How Does Employment Law Differ?
Many people work for small businesses rather than large corporations, but that doesn’t make them immune to workplace issues. Many people working...
Understanding the Basics of Arbitration
Arbitration is an alternative dispute resolution in the United States. From a certain point of view, it can offer a quick way...
What Religious Acts Are Protected in the Workplace?
Religious freedom is incredibly important to the people of this country. For many, this includes being able to practice their religious beliefs...
The Impact of Unconscious Bias on the Workplace
At Barrett & Farahany, we often talk about the effects of workplace discrimination and its many different forms, but one that is...
Damages in a Wrongful Termination Case
Wrongful termination can have severe financial and emotional consequences for workers. In a wrongful termination case, an employee can seek damages for...
Overtime Discrimination: Unveiling Gender and Racial Disparities
Most U.S. employers are required to pay their eligible employees overtime pay. But that may not always be the case. Overtime discrimination...
Filing a Workplace Harassment Complaint: Step-by-Step Guide
How do you place a workplace harassment complaint? Find out in this blog with the help of our qualified workplace harassment lawyers.
How Does At-Will Employment Work?
At-will employment means that businesses can hire and fire people whenever they want. Businesses view this as a good thing because they can adjust their workforce whenever. It’s not as great for employees because it also means that often people don’t have job security. In fact, they can be let go without warning or cause. This can make it hard for people to prepare for the life ahead of them.
What is Quid Pro Quo Harassment?
Quid pro quo is Latin for “this for that.” There is nothing inherently wrong with a quid pro quo agreement, so as long as it is between equals offering favors that are appropriate and non-threatening. For example, you can offer to trade assignments or trade schedules with co-workers if your employer allows it. It’s also not quid pro quo harassment if two people of equal position offer or trade one favor for a sexual favor. That situation is sexual harassment, not quid pro quo harassment.
FMLA vs. Paid Family Leave: Key Differences and Similarities
At-will employment means that businesses can hire and fire people whenever they want. Businesses view this as a good thing because they can adjust their workforce whenever. It’s not as great for employees because it also means that often people don’t have job security. In fact, they can be let go without warning or cause. This can make it hard for people to prepare for the life ahead of them.
FLSA: Exempt vs. Non-Exempt Employees
Have you heard of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (FLSA)? It’s a federal law that provides many protections and benefits to workers, particularly regarding minimum wage and overtime requirements. It also set forth laws about business recordkeeping and youth employment standards. To enforce t…
FMLA Violations: Common Examples and What to Do If You Experience Them
Workplace incidents involving FMLA Violations are more likely to happen than you can imagine. Learn more about FMLA Violations, examples, and how a lawyer can help in this post.
Is Harassment a Form of Discrimination?
Many people go through harassment in the workplace, but is it a form of discrimination they can make claims against? Find out with the help of Barrett & Farahany.
What is Considered a Hostile Work Environment?
You’ve heard the term, but what does working in a hostile work environment actually mean? Learn more from Barrett & Farahany.
How to Combat Workplace Sexual Harassment
Employers can take many steps to help combat sexual harassment. If your employer has not protected you, contact our sexual harassment attorneys today.