Protecting the rights and interests of individuals, businesses and families across Delaware.
Whistleblowing, the act of exposing wrongdoing within an organization, is a courageous act that aims to uphold ethics and protect the public interest. Many companies provide hotlines for employees to report concerns and misconduct confidentially. While these hotlines...
When facing the denial of an Employee Retirement Income Security Act claim, individuals often wonder about their options for appeal. ERISA governs employee benefit plans offered by employers, encompassing health insurance, disability benefits and retirement savings....
Sexual harassment refers to unwelcome advances or conduct of a sexual nature. It can be verbal, physical or visual and is a serious issue that can occur in any workplace, creating a hostile environment. To combat this problem, both the federal and Delaware governments...
While work should be a safe space for employees, many report facing sexual harassment at work. Verbal sexual harassment includes sexual language or comments meant to intimidate, demean or make a person uncomfortable. About 2/3 of all women experience sexual harassment...
The Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 protects the rights of private industry employees by setting standards for health and retirement plans. The U.S. Department of Labor reported ERISA covers plans for about 141 million workers. By familiarizing...
Wrongful termination is a term that often causes confusion and misunderstanding. It is a concept that seems straightforward but actually carries with it many nuances. Many people believe they understand what wrongful termination is, but misconceptions abound. By...
In 2022, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Committee reported that they received over 12,000 whistleblower complaints. Whistleblowing, the act of exposing wrongful or illegal activities within an organization, plays a pivotal role in maintaining ethical standards in...
When it comes to the workplace, employers must maintain a safe, secure environment that properly supports the entire staff. When employers fail to create such an environment, issues like sexual harassment are more likely to arise. While virtually everyone is familiar...
The Employee Retirement Income Security Act establishes standards to protect your retirement, health and other work-related benefits. If your Delaware employer fails to adhere to these standards, they might be committing ERISA violations. Recognizing these violations...
Whistleblowers may provide valuable information about their employers’ misconduct. The Federal Government protects employees who report misconduct and forbids companies to work in a way that risks their employees’ well-being. When asking employees to engage in...