Legal Articles, Employment

No Liability Established in Chemical Explosion

Blog post about an employer's liability for a chemical explosion.

Employer Granted Motion to Dismiss in Toxic Tort Lawsuit

Blog post about a case involving a wrongful death claim against an employer that was allegedly caused by toxic substances in the workplace.

Hospital Not Responsible for Employee's Criminal Conduct

Blog post about a hospital that was found to not be responsible for the criminal conduct of a former employee.

Pregnant Social Worker Sues Former Employer For Abusive Termination

Blog post about a pregnant woman sued her former employer for wrongful termination.

Connection Between Employer and Employee's Assault Too Tenuous

Blog post about the liability of an employer if an employee is assaulted at work.

Freedom of Religion in the workplace, government and everywhere else: Part 1

This article explains the basic legal history of freedom of religion in the constitution

Worker's Compensation Not Undermined by Employee's Contract

Blog post about a case involving a claim for worker's compensation and the rights of employees in employment contracts.

Woman's Emotional Distress Not Barred By Sexual Harassment Claim

Blog post about a woman who brought suit against her employer for claims of sexual harassment and emotional distress.

Rest Period Pay and Overtime Premiums for Piece-Rate Workers

Rest Period Pay and Overtime Premiums for Piece-Rate Workers

Rest Periods Must be Separately Compensated for Commissioned Employees

Rest Periods Must be Separately Compensated for Commissioned Employees

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