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Whistle Blower: Luster Heights Case Moves Forward
A whistle blower can find himself or herself in a precarious situation that could eventually lead to a wrongful termination or unwanted retaliatory action. It is important that the reporting-party feels safe and free to report illegal misconduct in their workplace. Employers are therefore prohibited from penalizing an employee that moves forward with a good faith allegation to proper authorities.
Luster Heights Prison Case
An ex-employee of…
March 23, 2011
1:50 PM
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Latest Employment Contract Violation Settlement
An employment contract violation can lead to wrongful termination and a loss of income to the affected employee. Employers are obligated to honor the terms of any contract that they have in place and may be held culpable for conduct that conflicts with the agreement. Employees have many different legal rights that must be upheld in the workplace.
West Mifflin Area School District Lawsuit
A settlement of $65,000 has been reached for a lawsuit…
March 23, 2011
1:48 PM
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Recent Case of Female Discrimination in the Workplace
Female discrimination in the workplace is a violation of the Civil Rights Act, as well as many state and local regulations. Employers are not allowed to stereotype or mistreat female workers based on their gender. Unlawful actions can lead to a hostile work environment that can be characterized by harassment, physical abuse, and a denial of job benefits.
Monique Da Silva Moore v. Publicis Group SA
A federal lawsuit has been filed against…
March 23, 2011
1:46 PM
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Employee Rights in the Workplace - Disneyland Being Sued by Employees
An abuse of employee rights in the workplace can negatively affect a worker in many different ways. For instance, it could lead to severe emotional distress, a denial of employment privileges, privacy concerns and other forms of damages. If an employer does not take proper action to avoid violating employee rights in the workplace, they can be held accountable.
Employee Rights in the Workplace - Disney Lawsuit in…
March 07, 2011
10:42 AM
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Employee Rights in the Workplace - Disneyland Being Sued by Employees
An abuse of employee rights in the workplace can negatively affect a worker in many different ways. For instance, it could lead to severe emotional distress, a denial of employment privileges, privacy concerns and other forms of damages. If an employer does not take proper action to avoid violating employee rights in the workplace, they can be held accountable.
Employee Rights in the Workplace - Disney Lawsuit in…
March 07, 2011
10:42 AM
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Gender Discrimination Claim for Cigna Corp
Gender discrimination prevents employees from enjoying a non-hostile work environment that promotes fair and equal treatment. In many instances, an employer will deny a worker certain employment privileges that are bestowed upon others. Victims of gender discrimination commonly experience stereotyping that violates their legal rights. The mistreatment can affect benefits, promotions, training, privileges, termination, demotion and much more.
Cigna…
March 07, 2011
10:40 AM
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California Discrimination in the Workplace -- Plumas County Lawsuit
California discrimination in the workplace can take on many different forms. For instance, employees can be subjected to stereotypes that are based on their age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, race, ancestry, religion, marital status, pregnancy status and much more. When California discrimination in the workplace occurs, it can lead to unlawful treatment.
California Discrimination in the Workplace - Plumas County…
March 02, 2011
9:00 AM
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Overtime Violations - Dick's Sporting Goods Lawsuit
Overtime violations can dramatically reduce an employee's income. Employers often engage in this unlawful behavior in order to save money and increase profits. In the State of California, every worker is entitled to fair and equal treatment when it comes to meal and break periods, as well as overtime. Violations can lead to fines, sanctions and penalties.
Overtime Violations -- Dick's Sporting Goods Lawsuit Settled
Dick's Sporting Goods…
March 02, 2011
8:58 AM
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Enforce Your Legal Rights with a Whistleblower Protection Lawsuit
A whistleblower protection lawsuit can help an employee protect their legal interests in the event of retaliation. Many employers engage in unlawful conduct that often comprises of wrongful termination, demotion, or simply creating a hostile work environment. When an employee comes forward with accusations about an employer's wrongdoing, an employer cannot strike back with illegal actions. A whistleblower protection lawsuit is…
March 02, 2011
8:54 AM
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Get Qualified Assistance with a Workers Class Action Lawsuit
A workers class action lawsuit is commonly commenced when more than one employee is being adversely affected by illegal conduct in the workplace. Typically the result of a form of discrimination, employers can face a large judgment that can hurt their standing and revenue. Employee rights must always be upheld, so that workers can perform their duties in a non-hostile environment.
Toshiba (TANE) - Workers Class Action Lawsuit…
March 02, 2011
8:44 AM
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