Employment law and consumer protection, explained by the attorneys who litigate it. Straight answers on your rights at work and in the marketplace.
Consumer Rights
Your credit is a critical factor in getting loans, finding housing, and even getting jobs. Organizations often use your credit to determine whether you’re trustworthy with money, which means bad credit can cut you off from many opportunities. Monitoring your credit allows you to ensure that your credit is always accurate, so you don’t lose […]
Employment Law
September 21st is National Equal Pay Day for black women in America. This is the day when black women’s earnings have officially caught up to what white men earned in 2021. This year, it took black women 629 days to make what white men earned in 365. Equal Pay Day is a stark highlight of […]
Employment Law
Getting older is a good thing. Every birthday is another chance to celebrate all the good things you’ve experienced, and look forward to what the future brings. However, aging can have some unexpected consequences. For instance, older people often face discrimination in the workplace simply because of how old they are. This kind of discrimination […]
Employment Law
Like many states, Illinois has been slowly but surely implementing new laws to protect citizens from discrimination for decades. It has recently made major strides by passing legislation through the state Senate prohibiting employers from discriminating against potential employees based on their hair. Hairstyles may seem like a small thing to protect under law. However, […]
Employment Law
The global supply chain has been in the news frequently over the past two years. Most reports focus on how the pandemic has impacted various parts of the supply chain, particularly manufacturing plants and international transport. However, current global conditions affect much more than just the economy. When supply chains get tight, the consequences include […]
Employment Law
If you’re like most Americans, keeping your job is essential if you want to pay the bills. You put in the time and effort at work to remain a valuable employee, so you don’t have to worry about getting fired. That’s why wrongful termination is so devastating. All the work you’ve done is ignored in […]
Employment Law
A recent California Supreme Court decision has reinforced whistleblower protections for workers around the state. After nearly two decades of confusion, the Court has specified that the burden of proof in whistleblowing retaliation cases falls on employers, not employees. This is a significant win for workers who’ve faced retaliation for doing the right thing. Whistleblowers […]
Employment Law
As of the end of March, the Supreme Court heard arguments in the case Viking River Cruises, Inc. vs. Moriana. The Court’s decision could permanently alter the rights of both employers and workers during disputes. Here’s what you need to know about the Viking River Cruises, Inc. vs. Moriana case and how it could affect […]
Employment Law
Over the past two years, global conditions have put workers’ rights at the forefront of the news cycle. Workers around the world have made it clear that they will no longer stand for poor conditions and pay. Nowhere has this been more clear than in California. Fast food workers statewide have faced high mortality rates […]
Employment Law
Privacy is a hot topic in the legal world right now. From digital privacy like how corporations can track website visitors to physical privacy such as surveillance, the courts are full of cases that discuss how, when, and why people have a right to be unobserved. Even employers are being taken to task for how […]
Employment Law
As of March 3rd, the federal government has officially passed a law banning companies from requiring mandatory arbitration for sexual assault or harassment claims. The bill, called the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021, passed with bipartisan support. This new bill is an important step forward for workers’ rights. […]
Employment Law
With tax season fast approaching, it’s time to think about your own tax bill. If you’re like most Americans, you receive a W2 form from your employer. This form explains your individual taxes and what your employer has already paid on your behalf. You probably trust the information from your W2 without thinking twice. However, […]
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