The Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA, applies to employers across the United States, including in Delaware, with at least 15 employees, and it prohibits employers from discriminating against disabled persons whether they are employees or prospective employees....
Month: April 2020
Sexual harassment lawsuit against McDonald’s moves forward
Despite the “me too” movement becoming prominent, workers in Delaware and across the U.S. are still subjected to sexual harassment on a regular basis. This can negatively impact their job status, inhibit their advancement and cause major problems in their lives. This...
Filing a whistleblower retaliation claim against an employer
Individuals who believe that their employers have violated the law may want to call attention to those violations. A person who aims to expose a Delaware company's illegal activities is referred to as a whistleblower, and that person is generally protected from being...
What are the most common ERISA violations?
Employment Retirement Income Security Act (shortened to ERISA) is a series of federal laws aimed at protecting the pensions, retirement funds and ongoing health insurance from employers who offer those plans. In addition to providing a legal framework for the rights...
Discrimination and harassment is prevalent in STEM fields
Academic fields that fall under science, technology, engineering and mathematics have a significantly lower ratio of women compared to men. That's why universities and companies throughout Delaware are stepping up their recruiting efforts. For the women already in...
