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...
Employment Law
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,...
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...
How does the False Claims Act relate to whistleblowers?
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...
What do you know about employer retaliation?
After considering your options for responding to unsafe work conditions, you notified authorities of a workplace hazard your employer failed to address. You want to protect yourself against retaliation, but you do not know what to look out for. The United States...
Sexual harassment victims often face termination, retaliation
Most victims of sexual harassment never come forward. Yet, many who do call attention to the treatment they receive while at work in Delaware or other parts of the United States wind up facing additional hardships after doing so. Research shows that many victims of...
3 subtle signs you may be the victim of pregnancy discrimination
Few life events have the potential to be both more exciting and more stressful than pregnancy. While you should enjoy planning for the arrival of your newborn, you also should not have to worry about losing your job. Regrettably, the number of pregnancy-related...
Facts about constructive discharge in Delaware
There are many situations that can make employees stop showing up for work. If this is not due to a serious issue, like wrongful termination, there's a chance that it's due to constructive discharge. What is constructive discharge? Constructive discharge is a...
What is a whistleblower? Is it safe to be a whistleblower?
Whistleblowers reveal information that is illegal, a danger to others or an abuse of authority. They may also come forward if someone is breaking regulations, wasting funds or mismanaging. Delaware has laws to protect whistleblowers from retaliation and reward them...
How to report workplace sexual harassment
Residents of Wilmington and nearby areas of Delaware may want to learn more about the reporting of sexual harassment. According to a survey, many employees do not trust their Human Resources department when it comes to making complaints. Sexual harassment is illegal;...