Nearly all employment contracts for Michigan executives include details about severance pay should the work arrangement come to an end. It is an important part of building trust between the employer and the executive. However, there are occasions when an employer...
Month: August 2019
What does it take to prove workplace discrimination?
In all American states, including Michigan, it is against the law to discriminate against workers because of age, gender, race, disability other protected attributes. Unfortunately, many employers continue to break these laws because it can be difficult to prove any...
Have a plan before laying off an employee
As a company owner or C-level executive, there may come a point when you're staffed with the responsibility of laying off an employee. This is never an easy thing to do, but it comes along with the territory.Before you do anything, it's important to have a clear idea...
Whistleblowers are critical in making America a wonderful place
Fraud in all of its forms undermines the efforts honest U.S. citizens make to enrich our nation. Whether it is massive corporate schemes or unethical small business activities, fraud continues to plague Michigan and the entire country. Fortunately, whistleblowers...
Pregnant women have protected rights in Michigan workplaces
For many women and couples, starting a family requires much careful consideration, especially for families in which the woman works. One of the most common concerns is how the mother's decision to get pregnant might affect her career. In all 50 states, it is illegal...
Key questions to answer when negotiating a severance package
It doesn't matter if you're in the process of reviewing an employment contract or dealing with the aftermath of your termination, it's critical to understand your legal rights and the steps you can take to protect them.For example, negotiating a severance package is...
Important information about whistleblower retaliation
Choosing to become a whistleblower is not an easy decision to make. Even in the best-case scenario, potential whistleblowers have thought long and hard about whether to speak out. Some of the things to consider if you're in this position include: The possibility that...
Subtle signs of age discrimination in the workplace
As workers reach middle age, they face a new challenge: stereotypes. Despite being outlawed, age discrimination remains a real problem in America. Just how prevalent is it?In one study cited by the Society for Human Resource Management, 56% of older workers were...