Wrongful Termination

If you are working without an employment contract, and you are employed in the United States, you are considered an at-will employee. You and your employer can both legally terminate your employment for good cause, or for no cause at all. However, if you are terminated for wrongful cause, you can take legal action against [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/31/wrongful-termination/

Sexual Harassment Complaints Filed Against Humane Society CEO

Humane Society CEO, Wayne Pacelle, received multiple sexual harassment complaints from different women. A law firm hired by the Humane Society conducted an internal investigation regarding sexual harassment allegations. It was discovered that they offered settlements to three workers who claim they were demoted or discharged from their jobs after reporting the CEO’s behavior. Although [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/30/sexual-harassment-humane-society/

Employee Work-Break Ruling

In October 2017, the Third Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in United States Department of Labor v. American Future Systems Inc. et al that under the Fair Labor Standards Act, employers are required to compensate employees for the time they spend on breaks of 20 minutes or less. This ruling came after the Department of [ ] The post Employee Work-Break Ruling appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2018/01/30/employee-work-break-ruling/

Clinton Shielded Campaign Adviser from Sexual Harassment Allegations

On Friday, it was reported that Hillary Clinton allegedly shielded a campaign adviser from sexual harassment allegations during her 2008 campaign. Her faith adviser for the campaign, who headed an independent pro-Clinton group, Correct the Record, was accused of sexual harassment by an aide. Although Clinton’s campaign manager recommended that she remove the adviser from [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/29/clinton-campaign-adviser-sexual-harassment/

Press Forward Sexual Harassment Support Group

Women who have experienced sexual harassment and assault in the workplace are taking new measures to prevent discriminatory mistreatment. Social media has proven to be a powerful tool for exposing the silent crime. Following the MeToo movement, in which victims of sexual assault, discrimination, and harassment shared stories of workplace abuse using the hashtag MeToo [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/29/press-forward-sexual-harassment-support-group/

Manicurist Accused Mogul Steve Wynn of Sexual Misconduct

According to news reports on Friday, a manicurist accused Las Vegas mogul Steve Wynn of sexual misconduct. Apparently, he pressured the manicurist to engage in sexual relations with him, and eventually paid her a nearly $8 million settlement. Wynn allegedly pressured other employees to perform sexual acts as well. The incident with the manicurist, which [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/26/steve-wynn-sexual-misconduct/

Credential Registry

Credential Engine, a non-profit organization, has launched a centralized data platform that it hopes will help all medical professionals better understand what credentials are available. The platform, Credential Registry, gathers data from multiple sources, including degrees, certificates, badges, apprenticeships, licenses, micro credentials, and PhDs. The nonprofit debuted its platform at an event attended by higher [ ] The post Credential Registry appeared first on Discrimlaw Healthcare.
http://www.healthcarelawfirm.net/2018/01/26/credential-registry/

Lawsuit Claims Tonight Show’s Questlove Demanded Cameramen Firing

In a lawsuit filed on Wednesday, Questlove from “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” has been accused of demanding the termination of two cameramen because of their race. The claims against NBC and Questlove, who is the Roots leader and drummer, allege that after the cameramen received “unsolicited racist and misogynist texts” from a stagehand, [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/26/lawsuit-questlove-firing/

David Copperfield Accused of Sexually Assaulting Underage Model

On Wednesday, renown magician David Copperfield released a statement in support of the MeToo cause and warned about jumping to conclusions regarding false allegations. After his statement was broadcast, reports surfaced about an incident in 1988 that took place in California involving David Copperfield and an underage model. The model who was 17 years old [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/25/david-copperfield-sexually-assault/

Attorney Gold Comments on Disclosure of Settlement in Meehan Claim

Recent allegations have surfaced that U.S. Rep. Patrick Meehan used taxpayer money to settle a sexual harassment complaint last year from a former aide. An article in The New York Times reports that the aide filed a complaint with the congressional Office of Compliance due to a hostile work environment. Recently, Mehan asked congressional attorneys handling the [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/news_releases/attorney-gold-comments-disclosure-settlement-meehan-claim/

US Representative Pat Meehan Denies Sexual Harassment Claims

Although US Representative Pat Meehan from Pennsylvania admitted that he saw his former younger aide as a “soul mate,” he denies the sexual harassment claims filed against him. The aide filed a complaint against him after he allegedly expressed his romantic feelings for her when she began a relationship with another man, and she failed [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/24/pat-meehan-sexual-harassment/

Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Provisions

The wave of sexual harassment accusations has left no stone unturned. From famous actors to television hosts, it seems that each new account is more shocking than the last. Because of this, many corporations are coming under fire due to the adverse publicity. Many in corporate America may now see this as evidence that non-disclosure [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/24/confidentiality-non-disclosure-provisions/

Walmart Faces Class Action Lawsuit from Female Workers

In November 2017, a group of female Walmart employees filed a gender discrimination suit against the country’s largest retailer in Florida federal court. A previous suit filed in 2001, Dukes v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., went over much of the same territory with California female worker, Betty Dukes. That suit alleged female Walmart employees were discriminated [ ] The post Walmart Faces Class Action Lawsuit from Female Workers appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2018/01/22/walmart-class-action-lawsuit-female-workers/

Federal Whistleblower Protection

When we think of government agencies, we think of protection, justice, and law. Even though the government works to protect and serve the country to the best of its abilities, workplace harassment and abuse occur on a governmental level. Federal employees often face discrimination and harassment in the workplace for whistleblowing, or speaking out against [ ] The post Federal Whistleblower Protection appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2018/01/21/federal-whistleblower-protection/

Philadelphia Ban on Salary History Questions

Salary history questions during job interviews may soon become a thing of the past, as more states ban the practice. Even in states where asking about salary history is legal, more employers are opting not to do so. No one yet knows whether these new laws will make a difference in addressing gender wage inequality. [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/20/philadelphia-ban-salary-history-questions/

Megyn Kelly Employee Fired for Reporting about Toxic Work Environment

An employee at the “Megyn Kelly Today” show was fired after he reported about the toxic work environment the staff allegedly endured at the show. The writer on the show submitted an email to NBC’s human resources department, citing bullying and other abusive tactics used by two top executives to intimidate their subordinates. Since the [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/19/megyn-kelly-employee-fired/

Ending Secrecy Around Sexual Harassment

Microsoft, the technology giant, recently announced its plan to prevent sexual harassment by ending forced arbitration agreements with employees who make sexual harassment claims. This policy change is reflective of the growing alarm over rampant sexual harassment claims across many industries. Representatives for the software leader also stated that it would support a proposed federal [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/19/ending-secrecy-sexual-harassment/

Harassment Insurance Fails to Prevent Workplace Misconduct

Employment discrimination laws have encouraged victims of harassment to come forward by making it unlawful for an employer to discriminate against any person with respect to race, color, religion, sex, gender, or national origin. However, harassment insurance has served to silence victims of workplace misconduct. In response to perceived threats of employment discrimination and harassment [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/18/harassment-insurance-workplace-misconduct/

Talula’s Garden to Pay Employees Back Wages

A popular Philadelphia restaurant must pay $396K in back wages and damages to 63 employees after it was found in violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Talula’s Garden, located in the Washington Square neighborhood, agreed to pay employees nearly $200K in back wages, and an equal amount in damages to resolve alleged federal [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/12/talulas-garden-pay-employees-back-wages/

SGA’s Attorney Interviewed by NJ Biz

This week, a new law in New Jersey provided working moms additional rights regarding breastfeeding and pumping while at work. Philadelphia employment lawyer, Traci Greenberg, was quoted in an article on the subject in NJ Biz, which can be found here. For more information on this law or to discuss another employment related matter, please [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/news_releases/sgas-attorney-interviewed-nj-biz/

Marvel Comics Stan Lee Denies Sexual Harassment Claims

A nursing company formerly in the employ of past Marvel Comics editor-in-chief Stan Lee have accused him of sexual misconduct. Allegedly, the creator of Spider-Man and Iron Man sexually harassed and groped numerous female nurses from the company he hired who were assigned to care for him at his home in West Hollywood, California. Additionally, [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/11/stan-lee-sexual-harassment/

What Employees Should Know About Pennsylvania Whistleblower Law

Most employment in the United States is at-will, which means that employees may leave their jobs for any reason and may also be fired for any reason, with few exceptions. Some of those exceptions are discrimination, whistleblowing, and retaliation. If an employee is fired for these reasons, they may file a claim for wrongful termination. [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/11/pennsylvania-whistleblower-law/

Actress Michelle Williams Victimized by Hollywood Wage Discrimination

The Academy Award-nominated actress Michelle Williams earned less than actor Mark Wahlberg for the movie, “All the Money in the World,” which was released in December 2017. Apparently, Wahlberg negotiated for more money for required reshoots after actor Christopher Plummer replaced Kevin Spacey. Wahlberg received nearly two million dollars for the reshoots while Williams received [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/11/michelle-williams-wage-discrimination/

New Medical Pilot Program May Prevent Medical Kickbacks

Medical practitioners and health care professionals that conduct business to receive propositions and payment in the form of kickbacks are violating anti-kickback laws in place at federal, state, and local levels. While partnerships with pharmaceutical companies are one of the biggest violators in compliance with physicians and hospitals, the Department of Health and Human Services [ ] The post New Medical Pilot Program May Prevent Medical Kickbacks   appeared first on Discrimlaw Healthcare.
http://www.healthcarelawfirm.net/2018/01/10/new-program-prevent-medical-kickbacks/

Discrimination Law Protecting Breastfeeding Workers Signed

Governor Chris Christie signed a new law protecting breastfeeding workers from discrimination on Monday. The new law arrives one week before Governor-Elect Phil Murphy takes over the position. It is an amendment to New Jersey’s civil rights law, and prohibits employers from discriminating against breastfeeding workers or firing them because they nurse. Businesses must also [ ] The post Discrimination Law Protecting Breastfeeding Workers Signed appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2018/01/09/discrimination-law-breastfeeding-workers/

Actor James Franco Accused of Inappropriate Sexual Behavior

Several women accused the actor James Franco, a recent Golden Globes winner, of inappropriate sexual behavior. One actress posted on the social media site, Twitter, that he allegedly sexually assaulted her against her will while they were a couple, and that he attempted to lure an underage friend to his hotel room. A student who [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/09/james-franco-sexual-misconduct/

Racial Discrimination in the Hiring Process

Employment discrimination comes in all shapes and forms. From gender discrimination and sexual harassment, to racial discrimination in the workplace, data suggests that discrimination can occur at all levels of employment, including during the hiring process. Although many people believe that racial discrimination in the workplace has declined over the years, a new research study [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/05/racial-discrimination-hiring-process/

Sexual Harassment Claims Denied by Photographer Bruce Weber

Two male models accused lauded fashion photographer Bruce Weber of sexual harassment, which he vehemently denies. Both incidents took place during two separate photo shoots when the photographer encouraged each model to engage in inappropriate physical contact. During a photo shoot in 2014, one of the male models, who filed a lawsuit against the photographer [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/04/sexual-harassment-bruce-weber/

Impact of Sexual Harassment

Many experts believe that the wave of recent publicity regarding sexual harassment is the beginning of a revolutionary change. Those who have seen or experienced sexual harassment in the workplace are demanding changes in training, and increased awareness on the issue from those in power. They are empowered by the outrage voiced by the public. [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/04/impact-sexual-harassment/

Vice Executives Put on Leave Due to Sexual Harassment Allegations

Two executives from Vice Media have been put on leave due to sexual harassment allegations from former employees. Both Co-President Andrew Creighton and Chief Digital Officer Mike Germano were put on leave. In 2016, a former employee claimed that she was fired after rejecting a relationship with Creighton. Vice denied the claim, but she was [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/03/vice-sexual-harassment/

NJ Redefines Part C of the ABC Independent Contractor Test

The New Jersey Supreme Court has made changes in employment law that redefine part C of the ABC Independent Contractor test. They claim that part C does not require an individual to operate an independent business, engaged in the same services that are provided by the employer, to be considered an independent contractor. What is [ ] The post NJ Redefines Part C of the ABC Independent Contractor Test appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2018/01/03/abc-independent-contractor-test/

Federal Courts to Assess Sexual Harassment Safeguards

Chief Justice Roberts announced that formal assessments will be made regarding the level of sexual harassment safeguards in place for staff in the federal court system. On Sunday, the new initiative was introduced, prompted by the December 18th retirement of Justice Alex Kosinski from California who was accused of sexual misconduct. Robert’s 2017 State Judiciary [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2018/01/02/federal-courts-sexual-harassment/