One of the biggest challenges a small business owner may face is when an employee takes unpaid medical leave. Each state holds its own intricacies and special laws that allow a singular person or a family to take a medical leave of absence. With federal acts...
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Business law: What to do when a contract is breached
Business owners in Wisconsin understand the time and attention to detail that is required to run a successful operation. Many take pride in their dedication to their business and its practices. However, some owners overlook a basic aspect of business law -- how to...
Workplace Age Discrimination Explained
Technically speaking, age discrimination in the workplace is illegal. It was made that way by the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, or ADEA, some 50 years ago. This federal law was specifically intended to protect workers who were 40 years or older in age from...
Pregnant women still face ongoing workplace discrimination
Having a child is often one of the greatest joys for Wisconsin parents. However, many working women struggle with telling their employer or potential future employer that they are expecting. Workplace discrimination against pregnant women is a real and ongoing issue...
Wisconsin business law can be complicated — get help first
Setting out on a new business venture can be an exciting part of your life. You may have had your business idea simmering in the back of your head for years, waiting for the right time to move forward. However, Wisconsin business law can be complicated, and small...
Four Facts About Harassment At Work
The actresses who have publicly addressed allegations against Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein have revived a national conversation about the problem of sexual harassment in the workplace. Many women have shared their own stories of harassment in day to day life on...
Workplace discrimination allegedly rampant at Tesla factory
Work should be a safe environment in which employees can complete their assigned tasks without worry. Unfortunately, many people in Wisconsin and across the rest of the United States continue to face ongoing discrimination from their employers. Several workers...
Whistleblowing VA dentist placed on administrative leave
VA patients rely on timely consultations and treatments for their injuries, many of which might be severe or stemming from their service in the armed forces. Unfortunately, VA patients in Wisconsin and elsewhere often face long wait times, and one dentist claims she...
Class action suits against Menards alleging wage law violations
Here at , we represent workers in Wisconsin, Illinois and across the country in individual and class action lawsuits against employers that ignore federal and state wage-and-hour laws. Anyone wondering whether his or her employer follows...
Workplace discrimination an issue in the technology industry
Many individuals in Wisconsin and elsewhere place a great deal of time and effort into pursuing employment within their preferred field. While hard work may generally pay off, in some cases, even the most qualified employee could be subjected to unfair treatment due...