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Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act
If you’ve experienced sexual assault or harassment at work, you know first-hand how upsetting it can be. The effects of this occurrence can be physical, such as eating disorders or nightmares, or emotional, causing depression that affects your ability to enjoy life.
Employment contracts often limit employees’ legal options in …
Overtime Pay When Working From Home
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way many Americans work. A recent study conducted by the Pew Research Center indicates 71% of employed individuals are now working from home, compared to only 20% before the coronavirus outbreak.
Are you one of the millions who are now working from a home …
Do Companies Have to Offer Paternity Leave?
What options do working dads have in PA? Is paternity leave required? Unfortunately, America does not provide much in the way of paternity leave for new fathers. Though many other countries around the world offer paternity leave, the U.S. does not. Just a few states have passed paternity leave and …
Can Employers Use FMLA Leave Against You?
Under the law, American employees are entitled to certain protections after a major life event or illness affecting them or their immediate family members. If your employer denies the privileges guaranteed to you under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), you may be able to file a claim for …
Supreme Court Rules in Favor of LGBTQ Employees
Federal anti-discrimination protections now extend to LGBTQ employees, according to a recent Supreme Court ruling. The decision ruled that discrimination against LGBTQ workers is illegal and violates the 1964 Civil Rights Act.
The 6-3 decision was a major win for LGBTQ rights activists, who found themselves in opposition to the …