Your job ends unexpectedly, and you’re left wondering: “What does my employer actually owe me?” Here’s the reality: severance after being fired is not automatic. Most employers in Maryland do not have to offer it under federal or state law. ...
Read MoreYou showed up. You did your job, you managed your health the best you could, and when you needed a small change to keep doing that job, you asked for it. That should have been the end of the story. ...
Read MoreWorkplace shifts don't always scream “age discrimination.” If your situation feels off, trust that instinct, but ground it in facts and documentation. To win an age discrimination case in Maryland, you need more than suspicion. You need a clear legal...
Read MoreTime stops for no one, and aging can be a source of anxiety for many people in the workplace. If you believe your employer pushed you out, passed you over, or treated you differently because of your age, you have...
Read MoreWith the move to remote work over the last three years, most employees have embraced new digital communications tools, increased their productivity, and expanded their networks. Unfortunately, some employees have taken advantage of these new, unmonitored, one-on-one communication channels to...
Read MoreMaybe you already know that you have rights against discrimination in your workplace, but what about the discrimination you might encounter while job hunting? Are you asking, “Can I sue for discrimination as a job applicant?” The answer is yes,...
Read MoreEmployers have a lot of discretion regarding handling their employees and who to keep in or welcome to their workforce. But an employer’s choices cannot be discriminatory. Employment discrimination on the basis of factors such as race, sex, religion, ancestry,...
Read MoreEach year, thousands of employees report workplace discrimination. They either bring their claims through management-approved processes or take their claims to court. However, thousands more never say a word about the harassment they endure. Often, they’re afraid of what will...
Read MoreEmployers and employees alike are under more pressure than ever. Accordingly, more and more workers are experiencing toxic workplaces and developing burnout. In fact, more than two-thirds of American workers think that burnout has increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, despite...
Read MoreBuilding a family can be an exciting adventure. However, not all aspects of pregnancy come with excitement and joy. One comprehensive study from 2019 estimated that over 20% of pregnant people are scared to tell their bosses that they’re pregnant,...
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