Employment Law & Litigation

Employment contracts establish expectations for both parties. Companies commit to providing wages and benefits. Workers agree to meet certain expectations regarding their attendance and job performance. Frequently, employers enforce employment contracts by terminating...

The gig economy has emerged as a significant force in the labor market, reshaping how people approach work. Characterized by short-term, flexible and often freelance jobs, the gig economy has become increasingly popular; workers seek more autonomy, and employers look...

Workers have numerous rights protected by federal law. One of the most important protections relates to the need for a work-life balance. Even the most dedicated employees may occasionally require extended time away from work for personal or family reasons. While some...

A variety of different workplace disagreements could lead to worker lawsuits. Sometimes, employees file lawsuits against organizations when they claim that a recent termination was wrongful. Other times, they may allege that a business engaged in discriminatory...

Employees working for a business provide important services, but they are also in a position to damage the company in question. Sometimes, an employee with access to trade secrets and information about how a company operates may use that knowledge to start a competing...

The law mandates that employers must address grievances and complaints at work lawfully and fairly. However, handling such concerns can be complicated in instances where an employee may be making a false allegation. While some accusers pursue complaints on a malicious...

An inclusive workplace is necessary for any organization that aims for success in today's diverse and inclusive economy. One of the cornerstones of inclusivity is a robust anti-discrimination policy. This is a framework that guides behavior, decision-making and...

Some employees are members of legally-protected classes. As defined by the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment Commission, these classifications are defined by certain immutable characteristics, including one’s religion, sex, race, national origin, gender identity,...

Hiring new workers will mean expanding what your company is capable of doing, but it will also mean increasing the risk of some kind of interpersonal conflict or future misconduct by that new hire. Workers can make mistakes, break the law, steal from the company or...