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13 Reasons to Sue Your Employer

Employees sue employers for many different situations. Trying to share all the reasons to sue your employer feels like an impossibility. This is neither a complete nor exhaustive list of the types of lawsuits employees file. Regardless, here’s a list of these common reasons to sue your employer.

Missouri Workers Compensation Hearing Loss

According to the CDC about 22 million U.S. workers are exposed to hazardous noise levels in the workplace.

Signs Your Employer Isn't Providing a Safe Workplace 

As an employee, you deserve to work in an environment that is comfortable and makes you feel safe and secure. However, not every employer takes all precautions to make that happen. What should you be looking for at your workplace in terms of safety, and what are the responsibilities of your employer?

What to Do If Your Workers Comp Claim Is Denied

There are many reasons a workers compensation claim may be denied. Here are practical steps you can take to protect your right to compensation.

Sham Layoffs: Are You Leaving Money on The Table?

Job stability is a concern for all employees. In recent months, we have observed shifting political leadership in Ontario as well as dramatic changes in the relationship with our biggest trading partner, the United States.

Age Discrimination: Cutting off Benefits at 65

When the new millennium arrived, the Ontario government was put on notice, like many others across the western world. A massive demographic shift was about to affect workplaces. Baby Boomers were approaching retirement.

Getting Fired While Pregnant

Nothing can be more distressing for a woman than getting fired while pregnant. While most women can comfortably work through their pregnancy, they face unique challenges. For the next few months, they must remain healthy as well as productive on the job.

Misclassifying Contract Workers

When Bill 148, Ontario’s Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017 became law in January 2018, reforms to our employment laws were long overdue.

Disability Benefits: No Peace in Peace of Mind Contracts

Many employers offer Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance benefits as enhancements to remuneration packages. These valuable extra perks, often used as carrots, allow them to attract the best candidates and retain valued employees.

Termination of Employment While on Workers Compensation

Although businesses in Missouri that employ more than five workers are required to carry workers’ compensation coverage, many employees hesitate to make a claim for fear their employment will be terminated.

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