Employer discrimination is seen as a form of bias depending on traits that usually cannot be controlled by the person being wronged. These include age, sex, disability, national origin, pregnancy, and religion. It is prohibited by the laws enforced by Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. These laws cover hiring, firing, pay, job assignments, promotions, layoff, training, fringe […]
As an employee of the American workforce, you have rights that protect you. Some worker’s rights vary based on the state in which a person works. Regardless, the U.S. Department of Labor has established standards in occupational safety, wages and number of hours worked. The DOL also deals with unemployment insurance benefits, re-employment services and a […]
The Department of Labor (DOL) works hand in hand with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) to create and enforce protective laws in the workplace. If these federally-enforced rights are infringed upon through acts of sexual harassment, an employment attorney serves to represent and defend the victims of said harassment in a legal context. Sometimes, […]
Many of us got a dose of civil rights history when we were in middle school and high school. But civil rights education is often neglected outside of those isolated contexts. A civil rights lawyer knows the depth and richness of civil rights history. They continue to fight for the rights that so many people […]
Jobs are extremely important, so when issues arise in the work environment it’s usually serious and needs to be tended to. If you are involved in a work related dispute you may be looking for employment lawyers to help you with your issue. The Law Office of Perry Pinon can help you with employment disputes […]
Race discrimination can manifest in many different places, from schools to stores and even in the workplace. Sadly, even though we tend to boast that we live in an advanced society, many people still fall victim to race discrimination. One of the most common places where this can manifest is in the workplace. If race […]
Maternity leave and paternity leave (now called parental or family leave) have recently become newsworthy topics of discussion, and it is about time. Having a baby is a beautiful and inspiring thing, but it also comes with heavy demands on our time, our finances, and our emotions. Moreover, many people feel like pregnancy will ruin […]
From 2005 to 2013, the television show “The Office” stole the hearts of viewers across America. The show was remarkably clever; since it addressed the cultural dynamics of office life combined with the comedic talents of actors such as Steve Carell was bound to succeed. One of the most popular episodes, entitled “Diversity Day”, addresses […]
Most people will work a job at some point in their lives. Whether this job requires crafting the perfect cappuccino in Iowa, creating advertisements for a large firm in Indiana, or managing talent at a talent agency in Idaho, you will benefit from understanding how worker’s rights apply in your context. In the early years […]
Employers typically have experience with navigating disputes, but employees often don’t know where to start. Still, the employee must not be intimidated. Employment attorneys are readily available to assist in these important cases of injustice. They will serve as a source of information, counsel, and support to augment your chances of success. Like David facing Goliath, […]
