Workplace Issues
Wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, unpaid wages, and employment law
Understanding Workplace Legal Issues
Workplace legal issues involve disputes between employees and employers. While most employment is "at-will," various laws protect workers from discrimination, retaliation, and wage violations.
Protected Classes and Activities:
- • Race, color, religion, sex, national origin
- • Age (40+), disability, genetic information
- • Military service, veteran status
- • Reporting safety violations or illegal activities
- • Taking legally protected leave
Important Employment Concepts:
- • At-will employment doctrine
- • Employee vs. contractor classification
- • Overtime and minimum wage laws
- • Company policies and handbooks
- • Documentation is critically important
Scenarios in This Category
Can I sue for wrongful termination?
Understanding when firing might be illegal and what your employment rights are.
Can I sue for unpaid wages?
Understanding your rights when an employer doesn't pay what you're owed.
Can I sue for retaliation after reporting workplace safety concerns?
Legal protection against employer retaliation for reporting safety violations or refusing unsafe work.
Can I sue for disability discrimination when employer won't accommodate?
Legal options when employers fail to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified disabilities.
Can I sue for pregnancy discrimination at work?
Legal protection against discrimination due to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
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