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SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE WORKPLACE

Sexual harassment” may consist of unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical harassment of a sexual nature. Both men and women can be victims of sexual harassment. The harasser can be of the same sex or of the opposite sex of the harassment victim.

SEPARATION AGREEMENTS PART I

Separation agreements are sometimes used where an employer believes that an employee may file an legal claim; where the employer believes that the employee has "litigious" predisposition; or where the employer’s risk management policy is to compensate an employee for a waiver of claims.

WORKPLACE BULLYING & HOSTILE WORK ENVIRONMENTS

Phrases such as “hostile workplace” or “hostile work environment” are sometimes used to describe workplace bullying. To be protected under the law, an employee must experience a hostile work environment or bullying that is directed at that person’s membership in a protected class.

Work Injury Lawyer St. Louis: OSHA Regulations for Backing-Alarms

Employers need to take the necessary steps to prevent backover accidents. Identifying the common causes of these accidents is the first step in ensuring appropriate preventive measures are put in place.

Attorney's Fees [Fee-Shifting to Losing Defendant]

Chapter in MSBA Maryland Employment Law Deskbook, 2014, on Attorney's Fees [Fee-Shifting Against Losing Defendant]

Is There a Time Limit on Medical Treatment After a Workplace Injury?

If you suffer an injury at your workplace, you can claim medical and wage loss benefits under the workers compensation system.

St. Louis Auto Accident Claim - Using Video Evidence

Video and pictures can often be used as evidence to support your car accident claim.

What Types of and Accidents can Lead to Workers’ Compensation Claims?

In order to make sure that employees are compensated for workplace injuries without the need for litigation, South Carolina has enacted a no-fault workers’ compensation program that pays benefits to employees injured on the job.

Missouri Workers Comp Lawyer: Repetitive Motion Injuries

If you suffer a repetitive stress injury at the workplace, report the injury to your employer as soon as you start experiencing the symptoms.

Missouri Workplace Accident Attorney: Caught-In or Between Hazards

A worker may find themselves in an unexpected and dangerous situation - caught-in or-between two objects.

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