The Trenches of Employment Law

Heather M. Collins

April 9, 2022

To those who have been treated badly, sometimes cruelly so, by an employer (or possibly a former employer), the concept of "employment law" evokes images of being in the trenches—that is, dealing with hostile conditions and constant fighting.

Some cases get more publicity than others. Some cases require more fight and grit than others. Some cases require more hours, more time away from family, and more determination than others. Some cases resonate with us in such a profound, visceral way that it is all worth it.

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The Trenches of Employment Law

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Finding Legal Support Post-Sexual Assault: A Survivor’s Step-by-Step Guide

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