It’s important that companies do what they can to provide their employees with safe workplace environments. Among the issues that lead employees to feel unsafe and targeted is discrimination. Workplace discrimination is the unjust targeting of people based on certain...
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Can quiet quitting lead to legal problems for employers?
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Aug 29, 2023 | Employment Law
"Quiet quitting" typically refers to a situation in which an employee consciously disengages from their job or responsibilities without formally resigning. This can involve reducing effort, productivity or commitment to the job without openly expressing...
4 mistakes to avoid when handling a discrimination complaint
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Jul 18, 2023 | Employment Law
You may have done your best to create a safe workplace, but one of your employees may be discriminated against by colleagues/seniors. And this can create a hostile work environment for them. When you receive a discrimination complaint from such an employee, you...
3 types of discrimination to watch for in the workplace
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Jul 5, 2023 | Employment Law
Employees have a right to a safe workplace. One way to make a workplace safe for employees is by keeping out discrimination. Discrimination is the unfair and unjust act of treating people as lesser than those around them. Discrimination can be done intentionally and...
Can an employee quit without warning?
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Jun 22, 2023 | Employment Law
Many employers will ask employees to give two weeks’ notice before they leave the business. They may even put in the company handbook that this is required, or they may mention it during an interview. They want that advance notice because it can help them find someone...
What do you need to know about using dress codes?
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Jun 6, 2023 | Employment Law
As an employer, you’re interested in using a dress code. However, you do understand that this may be somewhat contentious for your employees. Not all employees are in favor of being told what they have to wear to work. What you want to avoid, however, is accidentally...
How should employers respond when an employee requests leave?
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Apr 28, 2023 | Employment Law
If you receive a request from an employee wishing to take paid or unpaid leave for family or medical reasons, it is crucial to handle this request appropriately. Your actions (or inactions) could come back to haunt you in the form of a legal claim if your response is...
Should I vet applicants on social media?
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Mar 13, 2023 | Employment Law
Most savvy job hunters know that their social media profiles are public, and prospective employers will screen them. Similarly, many hiring managers use the tool to identify red flags or confirm questions about an applicant. The reasons speak for themselves, as it...
Clauses to be aware of before signing employment agreements
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Mar 12, 2023 | Employment Law
Getting a new job can be the start of an exciting chapter in your career. However, if the employer wants you to sign an employment contract, proceed with caution. Specific clauses could create problems that compromise your career, future opportunities and rights. ...
A proactive approach will reduce ADA risk
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Feb 3, 2023 | Employment Law
Looking at recent data, disability claims are the most common reason for discrimination claims against US employers, costing companies $120 million in 2020. The Americans With Disabilities Act, or ADA, became law in 1990 and, to this day, employers continue to...
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