John M. LaRosa
Not every difficult workplace qualifies as a hostile work environment under the law. However, when harassment or discriminatory behavior is particularly severe, persistent or intimidating, workers are empowered to exercise certain rights under the law. Understanding...
Losing a job after age 50, can feel especially unsettling, particularly when the circumstances surrounding the termination seem questionable. While employers generally have a broad right to make staffing decisions, federal and state laws prohibit many forms of age...
If your employer recently offered you a severance agreement, you could give up important legal rights without realizing it. These agreements often include complex terms and legal language that can be hard to follow. Knowing what to expect can help you protect your...
Employers are expected to protect the people who keep their business running. So when employers break a contract, it can feel shocking and unfair to their workers. Thankfully, Delaware law recognizes that employees have rights under written agreements and implied...
The concept of reverse racism has received significant attention in recent years. Some people go so far as to refer to affirmative action programs and policies as a form of reverse racism. There is a degree of controversy surrounding affirmative action and other...
If your boss or coworkers treat you unfairly, it is important to remember that you have rights and ways to handle the situation. Protecting your rights means knowing what steps to take and what help you can get. How can you protect yourself and your job if you face...
As an employee, you have rights. These rights include protection against wrongful termination. Getting fired is painful enough; getting fired illegally can be especially upsetting. Knowing if you have legal recourse to seek compensation and other remedies can be...
When professionals accept new jobs, they do so with the expectation of competitive wages and career advancement. They do not expect their employers or co-workers to mistreat them. Unfortunately, workplace harassment and discrimination remain relatively common...