Harassment of any kind has no place in the workplace. When you are belittled, bullied, yelled at or called names on a regular basis – all these can amount to workplace harassment. Harassment coming from a fellow employee is bad enough, but what happens if the offender...
If you’re like many people, you don’t pay a lot of attention to new state laws until they affect you. You may not be familiar with Ohio’s new Employment Law Uniformity Act, which became effective on April 15 of this year. However, if you’re considering filing a...
If you work in a specialized field, one of the things that might be included in your employment contract is a non-compete agreement. A non-compete agreement may limit whether you can work a second job (moonlighting) or where you can work once you leave the company. It...
One of your most basic rights as a United States citizen is the right to freely practice your religion. Religious freedom draws people to the U.S. from all over the world. Unfortunately, it is easier to promise freedom of religion in theory than to enforce that...
Ohio law generally does not require your employer to give you a severance package if they cut your job. Thus, if they offer one, you might jump at the chance to receive extra money. Yet, employers who offer a severance package expect something in return. You need to...
Harassment and discrimination based on gender are illegal in the American workplace. Unfortunately, that doesn’t mean that they don’t happen. Many workers are victimized by this every day. One potential issue is that these specific breaches of your rights can be hard...
There are definitely differences between a demanding boss and a boss who is a bully. A demanding boss may be difficult at times but he or she tries to be fair, respects you and values your efforts. A demanding boss usually strives to act in a professional manner and...
Employees who face harassment or discrimination or who witness it have specific rights. One of those protections state and federal laws afford workers is the freedom to speak up about their employer's illicit behaviors to try to put an end to it without fear of...
You’re excited about your new job offer, so why bother having an attorney review your contract before you sign? Well, waiting until a problem is apparent to contact an attorney can limit your options and be a big mistake. 3 reasons to let an attorney review your...
Allegations of wage theft are very serious, and both employers and employees need to know how this process works. In the United States, there are very strict laws about how employees must be paid to ensure that they are not exploited or taken advantage of by their...