Many employees experience workplace harassment. If you witness it, you might wonder what you must do. In Delaware, the law provides rules for people who witness harassment, especially sexual harassment. Knowing your rights and duties can help make work safer for...
Employment Law
What Delaware employees should know about sexual harassment NDAs
In Wilmington's diverse work community, sexual harassment remains a serious concern, affecting employees across many industries. When facing these challenging situations, people often encounter a complex legal tool: the non-disclosure agreement (NDA). NDAs used to be...
Do anonymous tools reduce workplace harassment?
Anonymous reporting tools are becoming more common as employers look for ways to reduce workplace sexual harassment. These tools allow employees to report misconduct without fear of retaliation, which encourages more people to come forward. But how effective are these...
Whistleblowing and constructive dismissal claims
Whistleblowing is a legal right, but in some cases, employees face retaliation for exercising it. When this retaliation results in unbearable working conditions, it may lead to constructive dismissal. Understanding the specifics of constructive dismissal is important...
How can employees protect their pension rights?
When a company faces a merger or bankruptcy, employees often worry about their pension rights. Taking proactive steps can help make sure those pension rights remain intact during uncertain times. Understand your pension plan The first step in protecting pension rights...
Wrongful termination and workplace discrimination
Wrongful termination and workplace discrimination are serious legal issues that often overlap. Understanding how these areas intersect is important for employees who believe they have been unfairly dismissed. Defining wrongful termination Wrongful termination happens...
When do jokes become sexual harassment?
In Delaware workplaces, employees' knowledge of what constitutes sexual harassment helps maintain a respectful and safe work environment. It’s easy to assume that jokes lighten the mood, but sometimes, they can cross boundaries and lead to serious implications. ...
Key considerations for filing a whistleblower claim
If you are considering filing a whistleblower claim, you likely have some important concerns. Making a whistleblower claim involves reporting wrongdoing by an employer, such as fraud or safety violations. Filing a claim is a significant decision with many...
Dealing with the stress of filing a whistleblower complaint
Filing a whistleblower complaint can be a stressful experience, especially considering the potential repercussions and the weight of exposing wrongdoing. However, there are strategies to manage the stress associated with such a significant action. It is important to...
Types of retaliation in the workplace
Retaliation at work is an unfortunate reality that some people face. It happens when an employer negatively responds to an employee who files a complaint about discrimination or harassment. It can also occur when employees participate in a workplace investigation or...