Yes, substance dependence is considered a disability, and the federal government obligates employers to offer reasonable accommodation if the worker meets job duty standards. Ongoing illegal drug use receives no protections from the law. But recovering addicts are protected from discrimination for past drug addiction. No matter if you have… read more →
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Employee Files Lawsuit against Embassy Bank Corporation for Disability Discrimination Jennifer accepted a position as a personal banker at Embassy Bank Corporation in March 2014. She was upfront with her manager and other management-level employees that she deals with anxiety, depression, and chronic sinus infections. The symptoms… read more →
Employment law endeavors to minimize instances of unlawful firing by outlining workplace standards for employee treatment in various scenarios. Due to the nature of at-will employment, both employers and employees can benefit from the ability to end an employment relationship at any time. However, termination should never result from illegal… read more →
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Employee Files Lawsuit against Rice Energy for Age Discrimination Robert accepted a job with Rice Energy as a senior construction foreman in December 2015. Before accepting the position, Robert recalled that he had been promised training on the company’s policies and procedures. Robert shared that after being… read more →
Workplace bullies often target other employees for a number reasons. The bully can be anyone, whether a manager, coworker, or even sometimes a client or contracted worker. As with children in the schoolyard, a bully wants to put down others to make themselves appear better. Workers who bully can be… read more →
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Independent Contractor Files Lawsuit against Propel IT for Breach of Contract Mark, an independent contractor, signed a contract with Propel IT in January 2012. At the end of December 2014, Propel IT offered Mark a new contract, promising $5k/month plus 15% on commissions for 2015 with an… read more →
Spinal injuries mean a serious lifestyle change for most, altering major life activities as well as working capabilities. Depending on the severity of the problem, people with spinal injuries may never fully recover. A spinal injury can be termed a disability under the law. The Basics of Spinal Cord Anatomy… read more →
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Employee Files Lawsuit against Phoebe Home for Age Discrimination Michelle started working for Phoebe Home in March 1999. Years later, when Michelle was 48 years old, the company began to close down buildings and reduce residents. The company encouraged many older employees to accept early retirement. Michelle… read more →
Overtime is confusing. Sometimes you’re eligible and sometimes you’re not. Meanwhile, no one seems to know what rights the employer has and what rights you have. More than ever, questions are floating around about overtime wages so keep reading to get those questions answered. But first, let’s check out the… read more →
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Employee Files Lawsuit against UPMC Passavant for FMLA Violations Tonya accepted the position of charge nurse at UPMC Passavant in September 2014. For two years, she worked well in her position and received positive feedback from her supervisor. In November 2016, Tonya applied for short term disability… read more →