Every worker in Missouri deserves respect regardless of their area of expertise and industry. Employees have certain legal rights at work but may still be punished for exercising them. This is considered workplace retaliation, which is illegal. Understanding workplace...
Employment Law
Dealing with workplace discrimination
Harassment in the workplace is prohibited under federal and Missouri law. However, it doesn't mean that you won't be treated differently by your colleagues because of your gender, race or other attributes. If you believe that you are being treated unfairly at work,...
Learn how to recognize and document workplace harassment
Employees of Missouri companies could suffer harassment at any time. If you suspect that you are the victim of illegal behavior, you will want to confirm that what you are experiencing rises to the level of illegality. This knowledge will help you gather evidence and...
Employment retaliation and whistleblower protections in Missouri
Whistleblowers who disclose information about a violation of law or abuse of power in the workplace often suffer retaliation that can take a serious toll on their financial and emotional well-being, as well as their reputation and career. To protect them from such...
Signs that you’re the target of age discrimination
Age discrimination violates employment law in Missouri and Kansas, but it can be difficult to know if it's happening to you. The following five signs can help you determine if your employer is discriminating against you due to your age. 1. Your employer questions your...
Employer retaliation and FMLA in Missouri
If you or your dependent has a serious medical condition, you have the right to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave to deal with it. During that time, your employer in Missouri will protect your job so that you can return to the same position, with the same pay, after...
What to do if you’re harassed at work
As a general rule, employers in Missouri must take steps to prevent workplace harassment and bullying. However, it's possible that you will find yourself the victim of a workplace bully despite your company's best efforts. Therefore, it is important to understand how...
McDonald’s facing harassment allegations
Decades of labor issues are catching up to McDonald's, as workers in Missouri and across the country planned a one-day strike in October to protest a number of issues. The foremost concern has been the company's tepid response to numerous allegations of harassment...
Pregnancy discrimination lawsuits are on the rise
Many women in Missouri decide to continue working through their pregnancies. Whether a pregnant woman's reason to remain employed is personal or financial, her employer is legally obligated to respect it. Pregnant employees are protected from workplace discrimination...
What to expect during a whistleblower investigation and protection from retaliation
The number of whistleblower investigations in Missouri is at an all-time high. Whistleblowing is essential in the corporate world since it helps raise the alarm on corporate negligence, malpractice, safety issues, and law-breaking. Unfortunately, a lot of people don’t...