A lot of people have gone through it. You apply for a job, and they make you submit some information and maybe even get fingerprinted for a background check. But why do companies even make employees do background checks? The main reasons are so that they can provide a safe work environment while limiting their […]
Speaking up at work can be a challenge for many employees regardless of status. In the face of inappropriate behavior, harassment, or offhand comments, employees of all levels — from front-line workers to executives — can find it difficult to do the right thing and “call out” misconduct. This is not only due to the […]
A workplace accident might lead to a disability that keeps you from working. Under Ohio employment law, employees may take up to 12 weeks of leave for serious health conditions. A disability leave allows you to focus on recovery without worrying about work. After your leave, you return to your job — but this isn’t […]
Aside from the Ohio employment laws outlined in the Ohio Revised Code, other laws govern your rights as an employee. One of those laws is the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Ohio strictly follows the provisions of the law. The FMLA is quite complex, but its primary objective is clear, which is to allow […]
Did you know that the unemployment rate among Americans with a disability was 10.1% in 2021? This was almost twice the unemployment rate for people without disability at 5.1% in the same year. If you’re a disabled American, you may face discrimination when searching for a job, or even in the workplace. For example, 34% […]
Ohio employment law provides numerous protections and benefits for workers in the state. For example, it protects you from discrimination, provides safe work environments, and ensures you receive adequate wages. Unfortunately, many employers still violate these rules, subjecting you to unnecessary hardships. When that happens, it’s a good idea to contact an Ohio employment lawyer. […]
As Ohio employment lawyers, employment discrimination is one of the more common cases we handle. While discrimination often appears straightforward, however, not everything that seems unfair is illegal discrimination. This article explains what can be classified as employment discrimination while focusing on inconvenient work schedules. Indeed, you deserve an opportunity to work in a safe […]
Sexual harassment has become so prevalent in the workplace that it can be practically impossible for some to avoid these situations. According to the UCSD Center on Gender Equality and Health (GEH), 81% of women and 43% of men have reported experiencing sexual harassment. If you are a victim of sexual harassment take immediate and […]