Now that Pride Month has drawn to a close, you are probably thankful to live and work in Delaware. After all, you undoubtedly read more than one story about how bad it can be for members of the LGBTQ+ community who reside in other parts of the country. Unlike many...
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Employment Law
Is this a sign of retaliation?
Whistleblowers provide a crucial service to the overall safety of their company and the consumers who rely on their company. Thus, the government itself will provide protections to whistleblowers, who may face retaliation for the work they did. In order to gain those...
Alternative dispute resolution: Methods to avoid litigation
If you find yourself in a business dispute with a partner, customer or supplier, you may want to do everything in your power to avoid going to court. There are several methods of dispute resolution that enable both parties to attempt to come to an agreement before...
Did you experience non-physical sexual harassment?
Due to the unequal distribution of media attention, many people equate sexual harassment with physical assault. Though many cases of sexual harassment do include assault, this is not always true. Many instances do not include any physical contact at all. However,...
Understanding at-will employment
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...
Does my severance package qualify for ERISA protection?
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...
What can you expect during your whistleblower investigation?
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...
What are your rights pertaining to wrongful termination?
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...
Taking action when you are the victim of retaliation
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...
Why is sexual harassment so pervasive in restaurants?
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...
