With all of the media exposure that comes with whistleblower activities of today, it can be easy to forget that speaking out can make a real difference. Many people choose to look at whistleblowers in a more negative light instead of for the good works they have done....
Month: May 2017
The ADA and the rights of disabled workers
Since its passage in 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act has opened up countless doors for people with disabilities, allowing them to enter the job market and make a living. The law requires employers to make reasonable accommodations for employers, unless doing...
Solutions for religion-based workplace discrimination in Michigan
Thanks to the 1964 Civil Rights Act, Americans have the right to observe and practice the religion of their choice without persecution or discrimination. Despite this right, everyone knows that religion-based workplace discrimination still happens in Detroit and...
Clarifying elements of the Michigan Whistleblowers Act
On the face of it, the Michigan Whistleblower's Protection Act seems simple and straight-forward. For the most part, it is simple, but many potential whistleblowers need clarification on some of the act's elements. Those who do not properly understand the act might...
Avoid serious errors in your first executive employment contract
Scenario: You are a star on the rise in the world of business and have just been offered your first executive-level position. While you are excited about this new chapter in your career, it means that you will have different considerations as you move up in the...