Delaware is an “at-will employment” state. This has implications when it comes to the circumstances under which your employer may terminate your employment. The fact that Delaware recognizes employment-at-will also has implications as far as when and under what...
Receiving a severance package should give you peace of mind that you will receive pay and benefits if you have to leave your job unexpectedly. However, some employers do not follow through with their promises. You might wonder if your severance package qualifies for...
To call out an injustice or to shine a light on illegal acts by your company can lead to a lot of stress and uncertainty. As a whistleblower, you have rights that your supervisors and employers cannot restrict. According to OSHA, your employer cannot retaliate against...
Most states, including Delaware, are at-will employment states. In general, that means that employers can terminate employees with or without reason. However, there are several exceptions to that concept. When wrongful termination occurs, former employees may consider...
Experiencing retaliation at your workplace may interfere with your productivity and morale. Putting a stop to illegal behavior might require the intervention of people outside of your employer. When you know how to respond to retaliation, you can confidently identify...
As someone who makes a living working in a Delaware restaurant, the chance that you have experienced some type of on-the-job sexual harassment is high. Research shows that while sexual harassment occurs across virtually all industries, it is especially problematic...
A whistleblower is someone who reports illegal activity to authorities. Typically, the situation involves an employer or other entity of importance. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, the False Claims Act is a whistleblower statute that allows for a specific...
When your employer terminates you without warning, not having a reliable income may be an immediate concern of yours. You may also feel uncertain about how future employers will view your situation. Wrongful termination, even if you know your employer's decision was...
The Employee Retirement Income Security Act provides protections for people enrolled in voluntary health and retirement plans. When these plans are not administered properly, lawsuits may ensue. ERISA lawsuits are not always class actions, but because mismanaged plans...
Benefits offered by employers must meet standards set by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. As noted by the U.S. Department of Labor, ERISA requires administrators to send employees written information about company plans. If you believe that your...
