“When was America great? At the turn of the century, our economy was rocking. We had no income tax, and all we had was tariffs.” – the next U.S. Commerce Secretary (referring to 1900, not 2000) While Howard Lutnick, quoted above, is correct that America in 1900 was great for some, it was unquestionably not […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
On February 1, 2022, former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores filed an explosive class action lawsuit against the National Football League alleging widespread discrimination against Black and minority candidates seeking head coaching and other leadership positions within the league. In Flores’ 58-page complaint, he makes allegations that touch on various different types of evidence […]
Every day we talk to employees who have been fired after going to human resources (“HR”) for help and want to pursue a wrongful termination claim against their employer. Unfortunately, Ohio has employment at-will, which means that your employer can fire you at any time, for any reason. 1. HR is there to protect the […]
As previously discussed in this blog, provided they are mindful of the reasonable accommodation requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Ohio’s analogous anti-discrimination statues, an Ohio employer may require COVID vaccination as a condition of employment. A few weeks back, the Ohio House Health […]
The Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”) is a federal law that allows eligible employees to take twelve protected workweeks of leave in a 12-month period to care for their spouse, child, or parent who has a serious health condition. To be eligible for FMLA you must satisfy three conditions. First, you must work […]
As we head to the polls tomorrow, faced with a presidential administration that is increasingly hostile to the rights of the LGBTQ community, Cuyahoga County voters will get to decide on a proposed amendment to the county’s charter that, while largely toothless, will at least operate as a partial rebuke. Currently, the county charter […]
