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Those who serve or who have served in the military are accustomed to regular refrains of "thank you for your service" from the public. But what reservists need most is for employers not to discriminate against them because of their service. It is their volunteer service, after all, that saves other people from being drafted.Prohibiting…... Continue reading
How do I build my case? To build a winning employment law case, the burden is on you and/or your attorney to gather evidence, both written and oral, that is specific, accurate, and objective. Even if you don't end up in court, you need to have a case that a judge could find credible in…... Continue reading
Charles A. Lamberton is a leading Pittsburgh whistleblower attorney and represents individuals who need help blowing the whistle on corporate fraud, as well as those who have already blown the whistle and suffered retaliation at work. If you feel you are in a position to report bad actors and need help figuring out where to…... Continue reading
Equal access to employment is not only crucial to an individual’s independence and self-worth but is a legally protected right. When there is a barrier to employment or job performance that is created by a disability, employers can lower or remove that barrier by providing reasonable accommodation to the employee.What is a Reasonable Accommodation?A reasonable…... Continue reading
If you are suffering from depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), or another mental health condition, you are protected against discrimination and harassment at work because of your condition, you have workplace privacy rights, and you may have a legal right to get reasonable accommodations that can help you perform and keep your job.The following questions and answers briefly explain these rights, which are…... Continue reading
Being away from work for an extended period of time doesn’t always feel like a vacation. If you are taking time off work under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), you likely have enough to worry about without job insecurity compounding your stress. FMLA offers some protection so you can focus on the critical…... Continue reading
Age discrimination is a real problem for many older individuals in the workforce. It seems counterintuitive to ostracize populations with more experience and knowledge, but managers and hiring departments with ageist attitudes fail to recognize the value that older workers bring.It is estimated that about two-thirds of workers between the ages of 45 and 74…... Continue reading
Sexual harassment is a serious issue in the workplace, with anywhere from 25-85% of women alone reporting experience with it. It can affect men and women of any age, race, or sexual orientation.If you are a victim of sexual harassment at work, it can be challenging to know what to do, especially if you fear…... Continue reading
It's estimated that two million employees are fired from their jobs every year. You're likely feeling pretty emotional if you've just been fired, especially if you have bills to pay and a family to support. It might come as a shock to your system if it is unexpected.However, even if you thought it would happen…... Continue reading
What is Employment Law?Employment law regulates employers’ treatment of employees.It says that employers can’t discriminate against employees because of race, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, religion or disability. It says that supervisors cannot sexually harass women at work. It says that employers must afford reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with physical or mental impairments. And…... Continue reading
EEOC: Facts About Sexual Harassment Equal Rights Advocates: Sexual Harassment at Work National Women’s Law Center: Frequently Asked Questions about Sexual Harassment in the Workplace National Organization for Women: Women-Friendly Workplace Campaign Equal Rights Advocates: Know Your Rights National Partnership for Women and Families: Discrimination AFL-CIO: Your Rights At Work — Gender Discrimination
