There is a perception that non-profit and charitable organizations tend to have healthy workplace cultures because of their mission-driven work and a commitment to ethical practices. Much of the time, this is true. But these organizations are not immune from the...
Wrongful Termination
You have protections, even as an ‘at-will’ employee
Michigan, just like nearly every other state, is considered an “at-will employment” state. Simply put, this means that both employers and employees have the right to terminate an employment relationship at will. They don’t need to give advanced notice or have a...
Are you at risk of being fired?
Many times, people are caught off guard when they are fired. Other times, they can see it coming from a mile away.If you think something is up, trust your instincts. In many cases, especially at large corporations, employers will only act after they think they have...
Former hospital executive files lawsuit alleging retaliation
Certain jobs in Michigan can be complicated when the employee's mandate is to research into various issues that might be viewed as controversial and reporting on it honestly. However, a person's job duties are what they are and if they make a decision to follow...
Wrongful termination lawsuit filed by former college president
Particularly with high-profile jobs in Michigan, a termination shortly after a person's hiring is certain to draw attention. Often, these firings have to do with differences of opinion as to how an employee should conduct him or herself and what the employee believed...
Former debt company CEO alleges wrongful discharge in Michigan
Employees in Michigan from a wide variety of jobs can all be confronted with an unexpected dismissal. In some of these cases, the loss of employment might not have to do with any work-related issue and factors revolving around competence, but for other reasons such as...
Understanding adverse action in retaliation in Michigan
Workers in Michigan need to understand their rights in the workplace. One particular aspect that can be somewhat confusing centers around potential retaliation from employers, alternatively known as adverse actions. A previous post gave an overview of all the three...
Legal help in Michigan after wrongful termination due to PIP
Workers in Michigan can lose their jobs for a wide variety of reasons. Knowing when there has been a wrongful dismissal and whether one's rights are protected under state employment law is key when determining whether or not there are options to file a legal claim....
What is at-will employment?
There are many terms related to employment law that might be confusing to a worker in Michigan. It is in these circumstances that a worker might find him or herself subjected to treatment that is a violation or just seems to be one. One such term is "at-will...
Pursuing justice for wrongful termination after sexual harassment
Wrongful termination can occur for many reasons in Detroit, but one of the most shocking and unnecessary has to do with sexual harassment. In some instances, both men and women are subjected to this form of treatment. After getting over the emotional and personal...