Efficient And Effective Legal Representation
Nearly every company of a certain size has its own human resources department. In addition to providing training and orientation, HR departments should provide employees with support and assistance if issues such as workplace discrimination arise. Unfortunately, human...
Wisconsin employees who risk their employment, reputation and financial security to raise the alarm on wrongful or discriminatory business practices do so for one reason -- it is the right thing to do. Unfortunately, doing the right thing does not pay the bills, and...
Quitting your job can make it much harder for you to pursue an employment discrimination or retaliation claim. Dealing with these issues at work can involve a lot of unpleasantness. However, consulting with an attorney before taking any definitive steps can help you...
With age comes wisdom, but many Wisconsin employers refuse to see it that way. Treating employees differently based on their age is such an entrenched practice that some employers fail to even view their behavior as discriminatory. For major corporations such as...
Are you facing an accusation of breach of contract because you leaked information about a new product? According to the company you work for, you have given out confidential information and violated the nondisclosure agreement you signed—but do the facts tell a...
The new-hire process is different for every job, but most have at least one thing in common -- paperwork. Wisconsin residents usually must sign documents on topics ranging from dress code to employee conduct when starting a new job, and most do not think twice about...
Noncompete agreements are fairly standard in most Wisconsin businesses, but there are still holdouts. Some employers feel worried that potential employees will feel put off by signing a contract that contains a noncompete clause, while others do not fully understand...
Working full time is already a considerable commitment from any employee, especially for people who have families or other obligations, such as school. When employers ask workers to stay for more than the standard 40 hours per week, it is important that they are...
Managers may feel compelled to retaliate against employees who have made their work more difficult by filing a complaint with Human Resources. Many employers are aware outright retaliation is illegal, and many are aware they cannot fire, lay off or demote an employee...
Whistleblowers play a critical role in the safety and well-being of countless people's lives in Wisconsin. Without these brave men and women, corporate misdoings would continue, putting the financial and safety well-being of residents in jeopardy. Unfortunately, many...
