The Truth About Tennessee’s “Right to Work” State Status
September 6, 2022
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Find out the truth about Tennessee’s status as a right-to-work state and how it impacts employees.
Author: Heather M. Collins
What is LGBTQ Discrimination in the Workplace?
August 3, 2022
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Find out what LGBT discrimination in the workplace is, why it occurs, and how you can prevent it from happening to you or your employees.
What is Disability Discrimination? How to Know If You’re A Victim.
July 29, 2022
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Find out what disability discrimination is, how you can know if you’re a victim, and what steps to take next. Read more now!
NEW EEOC Data shows drop in charges, but increase in ADA Charges
April 10, 2022
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The EEOC released its Enforcement data for FY 2019 and found that though the total number of charges filed decreased, the number of disability related charges increased.
Protected Conduct for Public Employees
April 9, 2022
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If you are a public employee and know of someone who was involved in the events of terrible Tuesday, take these steps to protect yourself and your job!
The Trenches of Employment Law
April 9, 2022
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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.
Tennessee Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
April 9, 2022
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The new legislation offers a much-needed update to the TN Human Rights Act and will protect working women in our state from being fired or demoted simply because they are pregnant. While it won’t protect all pregnant workers, it’s a start!
Facemasks in the Workplace
April 9, 2022
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A recent news story has reported on employers who are requiring their employees to wear facemasks at work. This post discusses whether or not this is legal, and what employees’ rights are in this situation.
Terminating Pregnant Employee
April 9, 2022
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Caitlin Fisher, a pregnant employee of Ramsey Solutions, was fired after she refused their discriminatory policy of only hiring married couples who want children. Learn more about her case here.
Heather Collins Joins NELA Board
April 9, 2022
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We are proud to Announce Heather Collins Joined Mark Hanna and Summer Murshid in being added to the Board of the National Employment Lawyers Association.
