Can My Employer Do That? Common Workplace Questions Answered Navigating the complexities of employment law can often leave both employers and employees with a multitude of questions. From understanding workplace policies to deciphering employee rights, it’s not uncommon for individuals to wonder what is permissible in the employment realm. Can an employer ask for personal […]
A Guide to Your Rights (and When to Call a Lawyer!) Welcome! If you’ve landed here, you might be wondering, “What is this ADA, and why does it matter to me?” We’ve got you covered. The Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA, is a monumental law passed back in 1990 to ensure that people with […]
Thinking about calling a lawyer? What happens next? Reaching out to a lawyer can be intimidating, especially if you have been sexually harassed or experienced a hostile workplace. Whether you’re dealing with wrongful termination or if you are currently experiencing discrimination or harassment at work, consulting with an employment attorney is a crucial step in […]
Can I Be Sexually Harassed If I Went Along With It At First? Workplace romances are complicated, no doubt. As a law firm that regularly handles sexual harassment cases, we’ve seen many situations where an employee and their supervisor start off by mutually flirting or entering into a consensual romantic relationship. If you’ve read our […]
Understanding Sexual Harassment in the Digital Age: Can It Happen Through Emails, Texts, or Social Media? As an employment attorney in Ohio, I often encounter questions about what constitutes sexual harassment in the workplace. In today’s digital world, where communication frequently occurs through emails, texts, and social media, one question stands out: Can sexual harassment […]
Can Sexual Harassment Occur Outside of the Workplace? Understanding Company Events and After-Work Gatherings As an employment attorney in Ohio, I frequently receive inquiries about sexual harassment, particularly regarding its occurrence outside traditional workplace settings. One common question is: Can sexual harassment happen at company events or after-work gatherings? The short answer is yes, and […]
Top 5 things to do if you are being sexually harassed at work Sexual harassment at work can sneak up on you. It might show up as creepy flirting, requests for “favors” (and not the kind you’d find on a to-do list), inappropriate comments or jokes, or that awkward moment when someone thinks they have […]
A Survivor’s Four-Step Guide: What to do if you get an unsolicited dick picture from your boss More often than not, when you receive a picture on your phone from your boss or colleague that showcases their penis, it’s unwanted and downright unnerving. You might be wondering why they sent it, the intention behind it, […]
Two Things Every Working Breastfeeding Mother Needs To Know Did you know that you have the right to express breastmilk at work? In December 29, 2022, the “Providing Urgent Maternal Protections” or “PUMP” for Nursing Mothers Act was signed into law. The PUMP act gave working moms extra protections in the workplace so that they […]
Earlier this month, President Biden signed into law the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2022. The Act amended the Federal Arbitration Act to invalidate the terms of any agreement that require arbitration of claims of sexual assault or sexual harassment. Prior to the enactment of this Act, employers were […]
