If your employer terminated you for unlawful reasons, you have a right to seek remedies. Unfortunately, initiating a legal dispute between you and an employer can be exhausting no matter how strong your case is. The toll litigation can take...
Read MoreBusiness leaders want a workplace that is efficient and focused, yet collegial and welcoming. Getting the right balance between these two office culture goals can have a big impact on a company’s all-around success. A significant step to achieving that...
Read MoreAgeism in the workplace is a form of illegal discrimination that is prohibited under both federal and state law. More specifically, ageism laws prohibit discrimination against people aged 40 or older. An employer may favor an older worker over a...
Read MoreEveryone loves getting a new job. A new position comes with a terrific feeling of accomplishment. However, new jobs often require you to complete lots of paperwork. Employers frequently ask new hires to accept or agree to certain employment processes...
Read MoreIf you’ve recently lost your job, we know this is a hard time for you. Maybe you saw it coming, or maybe the termination came out of nowhere. Either way, it’s important to know your rights in these situations. When...
Read MoreSexual harassment persists today in the workplace despite many positive changes in both employment laws and workplace culture. When your business is faced with a sexual harassment allegation, handling an investigation requires skill. Using best practices in investigating sexual harassment...
Read MoreIf you’re reading this article, it’s clear you care about morale in your workplace and the wellbeing of your employees. That’s a great place to start for any work environment. An important factor in fostering a productive work environment is...
Read MoreLosing a job or having to fire someone is not easy. Maryland is an “at-will” employment state, meaning either the employee or employer can end the relationship at any time and for any reason. While this may seem straightforward, the...
Read MoreThe #MeToo movement brought awareness to the problem of sexual abuse and harassment, particularly within the workplace. This social movement opened the door for victims to report incidences of sexual harassment, misconduct, and violence at the hands of their supervisors...
Read MoreYou probably already understand that many employers can’t punish an employee just because the employee fits within certain protected characteristics, such as religion, race, color, national origin, sex, gender, age (40 or older under federal law), disability, and genetic information....
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