You’ve always been a “team of one,” and your company has never worried about your workload in the past – so, why are you suddenly being given an assistant? Your workload may not have changed, but your company’s attitude toward you might. You may currently be training...
If you have been unjustly fired, you might wonder if you can take legal action against your employer. Wrongful termination refers to the unlawful dismissal of an employee from their job. While employment in the state is generally considered at-will, there are...
A job loss or transition can be stressful, and understanding the details of your severance package is essential. A severance package is a group of benefits and pay provided to employees when their employment is terminated, usually outside their control. It's not just...
In today’s competitive business landscape, signing a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) has become a common practice for many companies when onboarding new employees. This legal document aims to protect a company’s sensitive information and trade secrets from being...
The realities of pregnancy can influence what work someone can do and can also (potentially and unfairly) harm their career. Although pregnancy discrimination, like sex discrimination in general, is against the law, many employers treat women differently in unlawful...
While employer age discrimination can be hard to identify initially, eventually, most realize what is happening. Once that happens, victims may consider calling out their employer’s unlawful actions and obtaining justice. Federal and Michigan discrimination laws can...
Navigating an employment contract can be complex, particularly when determining which aspects are open for negotiation. While there’s no exact answer that will apply to every company, having a plan in mind when discussing your contract with a potential employer or a...
It is common for businesses to request a resume outlining someone's work history and also individual references for both personal and professional matters. Reference and employment checks are a way to validate someone's claims about the experience they have and what...
Under the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act and Title VII of the federal Civil Rights Act of 1964, it is illegal to subject an employee to discrimination or harassment based on certain protected characteristics, such as national origin, race, sex, religion, age or...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized various industries, including human resources. AI-powered hiring systems promise efficiency, objectivity and cost effectiveness. However, there are concerns about the potential for discrimination in the hiring process...
