Whistleblowers and Employee Rights Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and Related Safety Measures

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act went into effect as of April 1, 2020. A company’s obligations to employees generally requires expanded Family Medical Leave for company’s employing fewer than 500. Employers may not discharge, discipline, or otherwise discriminate against any employee who takes expanded family and medical leave under the Families First Coronavirus Act.…

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Facts About Pregnancy Discrimination

Have I been discriminated against based on my pregnancy? For many, upon learning that they will welcome another living being into their lives is a moment to celebrate.  However, this news can be a  source of anxiety for expectant mothers in the work force.  They wonder if they’ll be fired or fear they’ll be demoted…

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FAQ’s about The Family and Medical Leave Act

What is FMLA? FMLA is a federal law, The Family and Medical Leave Act. It provides 12 weeks of unpaid leave each year to eligible employees, while enabling employees to return to their previous position prior to leave. What is covered by FMLA? An employee may ask for 12 work weeks of unpaid leave in…

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