Employment / Labor Archives - Barrett & Farahany

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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....

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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...

Bona Fide Job Requirement
29Nov

What is a Bona Fide Job Requirement?

Can a Bona Fide Job Requirement Be Used Against You? Hiring the right person for the right role can be challenging, especially...

sexual harassment
26Nov

Types of Sexual Harassment

Breaking the Silence on Workplace Harassment For many, the workplace is more than just a place to earn a living. It’s an...

remote work
20Nov

The Impact of Remote Work on Employment Law

The Shift to Remote Work and Its Impact on Employment Law Over the past decade, remote work has rapidly transitioned from a...

employee surveillance
12Nov

The Legal Implications of Employee Surveillance

The Fine Line of Employee Surveillance in the Workplace In today's rapidly evolving workplace landscape, knowing whether it is legal for employers...

social media in the workplace
11Nov

Social Media Privacy – Can Your Employer Demand Access to Your Facebook Account?

Can Your Employer Control Your Social Media? As a professional, you've taken the steps needed to better manage your social media accounts...

Legal Workplace Investigation
28Oct

How Would an Employer Conduct a Legal Workplace Investigation?

Navigating the Legal Landscape of Workplace Investigations In today's complex business environment, workplace investigations are essential for maintaining a fair and compliant...

failure to hire
22Oct

Do You Have a Failure to Hire Case?

Were You Not Qualified? Or Was Your Hiring Unjustly Denied? Navigating the job market can be challenging, especially when facing potential discrimination...

child labor laws
15Oct

How are Child Labor Laws Changing?

The Changing Tide of Child Labor Laws for American Workers Child labor laws play a crucial role in shaping the workforce of...

amanda farahany georgia pregancy discrimination fox 5 atlanta
14Oct

Georgia law restricts abortions, but doesn’t protect pregnant women in the workforce

As it appeared on FOX 5 Atlanta ATLANTA - When her boss at the pizza restaurant fired her over text, Jaylee Morrison...

working conditions
08Oct

What Qualifies as Decent and Safe Working Conditions?

Does Your Workplace Qualify as Safe and Decent? In today's fast-paced world, ensuring decent and safe working conditions is more critical than...

amanda farahany ranked in 2024 chambers and partners
03Oct

Managing Partner Amanda Farahany Recognized in Chambers and Partners 2024 USA Guide

Barrett & Farahany is proud to announce Managing Partner Amanda Farahany has been ranked as a Band 2 Lawyer for Georgia in...

A reasonable accommodation booklet to symbolize the job accommodation network.
01Oct

What’s the Job Accommodation Network?

Get All the Help You Can With the Job Accommodation Network (JAN) In today’s dynamic and inclusive work environment, employers and HR...

Gender Discrimination Lawsuit Against Pars Car Sales Inc.
25Sep

Gender Discrimination Lawsuit Against Pars Car Sales Inc.

Barrett & Farahany is representing Jada Beard in a gender discrimination lawsuit against Pars Car Sales Inc., filed in the U.S. District...

anti-labor laws
13Sep

The Dangers of Anti-Labor Laws

The Threat of Anti-Labor Laws You Need to Know Anti-labor laws are spreading across the United States with alarming speed. These laws...

Spotting Red Flags in the Hiring Process
07Sep

Spotting Red Flags in the Hiring Process

In today's job market, job seekers must be vigilant about potential signs of discrimination in the hiring process. Discrimination not only denies...

right to disconnect
01Sep

Do You Have the Right to Disconnect?

Work-Life Balance in the U.S.: A Look at the Right to Disconnect In today's hyper-connected world, the boundary between work and personal...

At-Will Employment vs. Wrongful Termination
31Aug

Wrongful Termination and At-Will Employment: Understanding Your Rights

Job loss can be incredibly overwhelming and taxing, but imagine facing it without a justified reason. That’s the basis of wrongful termination....

constructive criticism
22Aug

Retaliation vs. Constructive Feedback in the Workplace: Walking the Fine Lines and Navigating Key Distinctions

Feedback is both expected and warranted in the workplace. But workplace feedback should come from a place of respect and appreciation -...

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