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Employer retaliation occurs when an employer takes adverse action against an employee who has engaged in a legally protected activity, such as reporting discrimination, filing a workers' compensation claim or participating in an investigation. In Rhode Island, the...
Religious discrimination is illegal under U.S. employment laws, but it does, unfortunately, happen to some employees. It is important to know what it may look like and how it can impact your job. Below are a few examples of potential instances of discrimination to...
It's normal to feel frustrated when work feels unfair. Maybe you didn't get the promotion, your co-worker got the schedule you wanted or your boss singled you out. However, not all unpleasant or unfair treatment at work is against the law. If you have questions about...
Workers benefit from numerous protections under state and federal law. They can report injuries and request accommodations for their functional limitations. They have the right to organize with one another, request unpaid leave when necessary and to report misconduct...
Overtime pay is important because it ensures workers get fair pay for long hours. However, understanding who gets overtime pay, especially if you receive a salary, can be tricky. What should salaried employees know about overtime pay? Who qualifies for overtime pay?...
Harassment in the workplace can play out in many forms, and one of the most damaging types is quid pro quo harassment. The Latin term “quid pro quo” means “this for that,” and in a work setting, it refers to a situation where employment decisions are conditioned on an...
Some workplace activities are legally protected to ensure fair treatment, prevent discrimination and promote a safe and equitable work environment. As such, you can participate in these protected activities and exercise your rights as an employee without fear of...
You’ve been seriously injured and you now have a long-term disability. However, you believe that you can still work at your job as long as they make a few minor accommodations. For instance, maybe you need to use a wheelchair, so you just need a desk that will...
You’d like to leave your job, but your boss has made it very clear that you are required to give two weeks’ notice. In fact, maybe they’ve even stated that there will be ramifications if you don’t. For example, your boss may have told you that you wouldn’t get your...
If your name "sounds black," you may not receive an employment callback as frequently as Rhode Island job applicants with a "white-sounding" name. A recent study by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, and the University of Chicago expanded on a...