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Your hard work deserves fair compensation, and you deserve fair treatment, regardless of your gender.Gender discrimination in the workplace is illegal, yet it still affects many employees every day. If you've experienced unfair treatment due to your gender, our dedicated labor attorneys are here to… Read more
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Discrimination in the workplace is unfortunately not uncommon. Both employees and job applicants are potential victims of workplace discrimination. Some workers often ignore discriminatory actions against them, as they feel there is little they can do about it.However, there are laws in place that… Read more
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How long you can work without a lunch break depends on where you live. According to the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), US employers are not required to provide lunch or coffee breaks. Therefore, employees could work a full day, or even longer, without being legally entitled to a single… Read more
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In today’s unpredictable economy, layoffs have become an unfortunate reality and a new norm for many workers.However, as companies downsize, employers must be prudent in how these decisions are made—and employees should be all the more cognizant of why these decisions are made.That’s because… Read more
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Federal law does not require employers to provide lunch breaks. However, when an employer offers these breaks, usually lasting between 5 to 20 minutes, federal law considers these breaks compensable. In addition, federal law also requires such employers to include the hours spent during lunch or… Read more
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When it’s 100+ degrees outside, the last thing you expect is for your car’s safety features to become a danger. But that’s exactly what’s happened in some vehicles, where extreme heat has been linked to airbag explosions, turning a life-saving device into a deadly hazard.So, what’s really going on… Read more
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While many office jobs aren’t physical in nature, accidents can and do happen. Slip and fall accidents are common in office buildings and can lead to significant injuries. While these accidents occur frequently, they are often preventable when employers, building owners, and property managers take… Read more
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Your home is supposed to be your safe haven, but slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere, including residential properties such as homes or apartment buildings. Many hazards can cause slip and fall accidents, so it's important for tenants, homeowners, and landlords to understand common causes,… Read more
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Airports are busy, bustling places with thousands of travelers passing through every day, rushing between terminals, navigating security lines, and handling luggage. For all that activity, airports have a duty to provide a safe environment for travelers and employees alike. Slip and fall… Read more
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Getting injured in a parking lot is usually the last thing people worry about—until these accidents happen. Parking lot accidents are more common than most people realize; one study discovered that slip and fall victims filed 16% of all insurance claims. In addition, these injuries accounted… Read more