What Protections Do Whistleblowers Have?
By being a whistleblower, you are going against an entity larger than yourself. This can have profound effects on your job and...
Does the ADA Protect Against Mental Health Discrimination?
Since the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26, 1990, people with disabilities have had protections in...
10 Ways Your Employer May Retaliate Against You
Workplace retaliation is the most common form of discrimination in the workplace, particularly in federal workplaces, as reported by the Equal Employment...
Everything You Need to Know About the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
Beginning a family is an exciting and life-changing experience. However, the journey of pregnancy and raising a family in the United States...
3 Religious Actions That Are Not Protected
Religious Freedom in the Workplace A person's religious beliefs are considered a protected characteristic under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act...
The History of Age Discrimination in the Workplace
As we get older, we may find ourselves less capable of doing certain jobs, particularly those with physical labor. One would think...
What to Do When a Reasonable Accommodation Request is Denied
The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) gives workers the right to request a reasonable accommodation in their workplace. This means if your...
Effects of a Hostile Work Environment
Few things are worse for an employee than dealing with a hostile work environment. If you have been the victim of a...
What is the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act?
Genetic information discrimination in the workplace is not a commonly known form of discrimination. If you haven’t experienced it, you may not...
High Court Sides With Whistleblower Against UBS
As featured in Law360 The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday found that whistleblowers don't need to show retaliatory intent on the part...
What Rights and Protections Do Job Applicants Have?
Hunting for a new job can be a daunting and nerve-wracking experience. You put in all of this effort crafting a perfect...
Harassment vs Discrimination: What’s the Difference?
As employment law attorneys, we at Barrett & Farahany have witnessed firsthand the impact that workplace harassment and workplace discrimination can have...
Employee vs. Independent Contractor: Legal Distinctions and Implications
The difference between an employee and an independent contractor is more than semantics; it carries significant legal implications, especially in the realm...
Managing Partner Amanda Farahany Testifies in Support of the Workplace Harassment Bill
Today, Barrett & Farahany Managing Partner Amanda Farahany testified as an advocate of a proposed bill before the Reeves Subcommittee of the...
4 Protections Whistleblowers Have
Whistleblowers play a crucial role in holding large entities, such as multi-billion dollar corporations and the U.S. government, responsible for their wrongdoing....
5 Illegal Reasons to Terminate an Employee
At-will employment is a type of employment relationship in which the employer or employee can terminate their employment contract at any time,...
7 Illegal Actions Under the FMLA
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law that provides many employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid,...
5 Ways To Document Employment Discrimination
Employment discrimination is, unfortunately, still a common occurrence in today’s workplace. It can be found in subtle microaggressions and overt acts of...
Managing Partner Amanda Farahany Selected for Membership in The National Trial Lawyers
Barrett & Farahany is proud to announce managing partner Amanda Farahany has been selected for membership in The National Trial Lawyers: Top...
Is Sexual Harassment Considered Gender Discrimination?
Many people may believe that sexual harassment automatically falls under the category of gender discrimination. However, certain factors determine whether or not...
Advanced Notice: When Should You Give It?
You’ve likely always been told to give two weeks' notice before quitting a job if you can. This gives your employer time...
Can You Be Fired For Having a Second Job?
In today's economy, it is not uncommon for people to have multiple jobs. For many, a secondary job is how they can...
What is an Independent Contractor?
In today's workforce, it is becoming increasingly common for people to work as independent contractors rather than traditional salaried employees. This shift...
Can You Be Fired For Taking Bereavement Leave?
Losing a loved one is never easy, and during these times of grief, the last thing you want to worry about is...