On behalf of Cross Law Firm, S.C. | Oct 31, 2019 | Workplace Discrimination
The law is supposed to protect workers from discrimination based on a number of factors, including race and gender. Sadly, these laws do not appear to be as effective as they are supposed to be. More than half of workers in the United States say they have either...
On behalf of Cross Law Firm, S.C. | Oct 26, 2019 | Firm News
Business owners often struggle both to find and retain qualified workers. Recruitment can also be an expensive process for any organization. In fact, according to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), U.S. employers typically spend more than $4,000 every...
On behalf of Cross Law Firm, S.C. | Oct 23, 2019 | Small Business Law
Running a business relies on hard work, a great idea and — quite often — a trade secret or two. Small business owners in Wisconsin know how important it is to protect those trade secrets and other types of confidential information. Including a...
On behalf of Cross Law Firm, S.C. | Oct 15, 2019 | Workplace Discrimination
A Wisconsin man who accused his employer of violating federal law was recently awarded $5.2 million. He pursued a workplace discrimination suit following a series of discriminatory behaviors by a Walmart store manager. Those behaviors included an unfounded suspension,...
On behalf of Cross Law Firm, S.C. | Oct 13, 2019 | Workplace Discrimination
Federal law protects several specific groups from discrimination at work. While most people in Wisconsin know that it is illegal to discriminate against a worker for his or her religion or gender, two current U.S. Supreme Court cases could add another protected group...
On behalf of Cross Law Firm, S.C. | Oct 11, 2019 | Firm News
An insurance fraud case currently on appeal in the state of New York pits a major insurance company against a medical practice.The insurance company is defending its stance of nonpayment to the medical practice on the grounds of “fraudulent incorporation.”...
On behalf of Cross Law Firm, S.C. | Oct 9, 2019 | Firm News
If you believe you are a victim of wrongful termination, filing a claim against your employer may be your next step.However, you have probably never done this and may feel ill-equipped to handle the matter properly. Here are five tips to help you manage the task of...
On behalf of Cross Law Firm, S.C. | Oct 7, 2019 | Firm News
Perhaps you are just beginning a new job. When you applied, you and the recruiter discussed your disability and the need for the employer to make some accommodations for you.Now that you are officially employed, how is your need for “reasonable...
On behalf of Cross Law Firm, S.C. | Oct 5, 2019 | Employment Law
Wisconsin employers are responsible for knowing and complying with the laws regarding wages, child labor and more. Unfortunately, some employers prioritize their own bottom lines over the health and safety of their workers, violating employment law in the process. An...
On behalf of Cross Law Firm, S.C. | Oct 4, 2019 | Firm News
Despite an employer’s best efforts to provide employees with a safe working environment, many workplace injuries occur every year around Wisconsin. In 2019, the state announced it would cut back funds for workers’ compensation. This is partially due...
