Unlawful Withdrawal of A Job Offer
Mary, a temporary employee at a manufacturing facility, was unlawfully denied a permanent job offer due to an elevated blood pressure reading taken during a fitness-for-duty exam. Despite being cleared for work by a doctor, her offer was rescinded by the company’s Head of Human Resources. After Mary’s case was initially dismissed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), it was reopened thanks to an attorney who pointed out a specific violation of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). Eventually, Mary received a settlement that was more than two years of her usual earnings.
The EEOC – discrimination and retaliation at work
An introduction to the EEOC – the federal agency that handles claim of employment discrimination and retaliation before they get to court.
Workplace Protection for Pregnant Employees
Pregnant employees have rights under multiple federal laws.
Employer Mistakes That Lead to Lawsuits
“TOP 10” Employer Mistakes Here are some common employer mistakes that can lead to lawsuits, EEOC Charges and other employee relations issues (in no particular order): Employer Mistake #1 – Not Following the Employee Handbook Employee handbooks are not legally mandated. However, a good employee handbook sets the tone for a workplace. It should set forth company policies and other […]