Protecting the rights and interests of individuals, businesses and families across Delaware.
Whistleblower laws protect people who speak up about wrongdoing in the workplace. While most discussions focus on employees, contractors often find themselves in situations where they see misconduct, fraud, or safety violations. This raises an important question: do...
Most people understand that businesses sometimes need to reduce staff to cut costs, but not every layoff follows the rules. Some layoffs break the law and fall under the category of wrongful termination. What makes a layoff wrongful in Delaware Delaware follows...
If your employer denied your benefits, don’t assume they followed the rules correctly. The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) creates strict standards for how benefit claims must move through the system. Employers and plan administrators have a legal...
Sexual harassment doesn't just happen face-to-face. In today's digital workplace, it can also happen through emails, messages, or social media. Online harassment can be just as damaging, and Delaware law takes it seriously. What counts as online harassment at work?...
Whistleblowing can help uncover serious misconduct in the workplace, but it often comes with risks. One of the most concerning risks is retaliation. If you report wrongdoing, you might face consequences that impact your career and well-being. Recognizing the signs of...
Being terminated from your job can be a stressful experience, especially if it's without cause. In Delaware, employment is generally "at-will." This means an employer can terminate you at any time for almost any reason, or no reason at all, as long as it isn't...
Failing to comply with the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) can lead to significant penalties. Employers and plan administrators must follow ERISA's rules to avoid costly consequences. Understanding these penalties can help you stay in compliance and...
Many workers believe that at-will employment gives employers unlimited power to fire employees. While at-will employment allows businesses to dismiss workers without cause, it does not give them the right to terminate employees for illegal reasons. Understanding the...
Sexual harassment in the workplace does not always come from coworkers or supervisors. Employees may also face harassment from clients, vendors, or other third parties they interact with on the job. This can create a difficult situation, as the harasser is not under...
Whistleblowers help uncover illegal or unfair actions at work. They keep workplaces safe, honest, and fair. But some workers may be afraid to speak up because they worry about losing their jobs or facing other punishments. The law requires employers to protect...