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Workers' Compensation for Repetitive Stress Injuries in Missouri

The article discusses Workers' Compensation for Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSIs) in Missouri. It emphasizes the challenges in proving RSIs as work-related and navigating Missouri's workers' compensation claims process.

Hostile Work Environments and the Faragher/Ellerth Defense

In a landmark case, the United States Supreme Court established the standard by which an employer could be held liable under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 for the creation of a hostile work environment based on sexual harassment.  By way of background, Title VII is a federal law that prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, and religion, and is applicable to employers with 15 or more employees.

Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

What may or may not constitute sexual harassment in the workplace can be a tricky subject.  The Connecticut Superior Court ruled on a specific provision of Connecticut’s sexual harassment law, specifically, the provision defining sexual harassment as “any conduct of a sexual nature” when “submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual’s employment.”

Labor & Employment Law – What to Consider After Losing Your Job

So you’ve lost your job.  Now what?  Depending on the circumstances, there are several legal issues to explore before moving on with your career.  Here is a basic summary of five issues to consider.

Will Pregnancy Affect My Missouri Workers’ Comp Claim?

The article discusses how pregnancy impacts workers' compensation claims, outlining legal protections and benefits for pregnant employees under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act.

Sexual Harassment Under Connecticut Law

Sexual Harassment Under Connecticut Law

Las Vegas Anti-Deficiency Laws

When a property owner defaults on his or her mortgage, the mortgage lender will typically foreclose on the property. This means, take it away from the property owner and make some attempt to resell it at what is known as a “trustee sale.”

Patent Infringement

A short article discussing the fundamentals of patent infringement, the different kinds, and how to best deal with it.

What to Do If a Child Is Injured in a Car Accident in St. Louis?

Understanding the right steps after a child's car accident in St. Louis is crucial for their safety, legal rights, and dealing with insurance.

Can I Claim for Lost Wages After an Auto Accident in St. Louis?

Learn how to claim for lost wages after a St. Louis auto accident and why consulting a St. Louis car accident lawyer is crucial.

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