Curated Content: Employee Rights

At Todd M. Friedman, P.C., we believe every employee deserves respect, fair treatment, and legal protection. Our Employee Rights blog empowers workers with the knowledge to stand up for themselves in the workplace.
Facing discrimination, unsafe conditions, or unfair pay? Unsure if your termination was lawful or if you qualify for medical leave? Our blog offers clear, actionable insights on federal laws like the Civil Rights Act, FLSA, OSHA, and FMLA, as well as state laws in California, Ohio, Illinois, and Pennsylvania.
We’re here to educate and advocate. Our team fights for employees who’ve faced discrimination, retaliation, or wrongful termination. Each article is designed to give you the tools and confidence to challenge injustice and protect your rights.
Your job is your livelihood, and your rights matter. Browse our blog, get informed, and take the first steps toward justice today. At Todd M. Friedman, P.C., we’re here to stand with you. Together, we can fight back.

Back Pay and Overtime Wages For Underpaid Chevron Subsidiary Employees

For several years, the U.S Department of Labor’s Wage and Hours Division has conducted investigations into underpayment of workers in the field of oil ...

Can participating in Day Without Women strike result in being fired from work?

Last week’s “Day Without Women” campaign included a number of activities to increase awareness and support for women’s rights issues. One of the events ...

Can one co-worker make more than another for doing the same job?

The general principle of equal pay for equal work is embedded in our culture. Most of us feel like people with the same work ...

Celebrating women’s contributions in the workplace

In 2017, there is no place for discrimination against women in the workplace. At this point, equal pay, equal treatment and a zero-tolerance policy ...

Inaccurate background checks can prevent qualified candidates from being hired.

When it comes to employment discrimination, there are strict rules on what employers can use as grounds for not hiring a prospective employee. In ...

3 facts about pregnancy discrimination at work

You have a bundle of joy on the way, and you couldn’t be more excited. You’re preparing for the big day when your baby ...