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The role of Rhode Island whistleblowers and sample cases

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Mar 24, 2023 | Whistleblower Cases

In Rhode Island, whistleblowers who report illegal activities at their place of employment assume the risk of retaliation. However, these employees have legal recourse for protection. Some whistleblowers have been awarded multimillion-dollar jury awards due to the...

Three signs you’re a target of a company’s age discrimination

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Mar 23, 2023 | Employment Law

Rhode Island is a state full of hard-working people. Understandably, these individuals want to feel valued by employers. However, some workers are unfortunately targeted based on factors outside their control. One of the most prevalent types of workplace...

Recognizing the different types of sexual harassment

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Mar 7, 2023 | Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment in the workplace can devastate employees, leading to a hostile work environment, job loss and emotional distress. All Rhode Island employees must know what constitutes sexual harassment and what they can do if they experience it. Recognizing the many...

Pregnancy and maternity leave rights in Rhode Island

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Mar 3, 2023 | Family And Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

If you are a working woman in Rhode Island who is pregnant or planning to have a baby, it's essential to know your rights to take maternity leave and the protections you have under the law. In Rhode Island, pregnant workers have legal rights that guarantee employment...

Working when you have diabetes

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Feb 28, 2023 | Workplace Discrimination

Federal and state law prohibits employers in Rhode Island from unfairly discriminating against employees who have health conditions such as diabetes. This is because diabetes is considered to be a disability, and companies must generally offer reasonable...

Types of workplace discrimination and your right to report them

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Feb 8, 2023 | Workplace Discrimination

Like all Rhode Island employees, you want to feel safe and valued at your workplace. Unfortunately, people's prejudices cause mistreatment of workers based on their characteristics. Being the target of negative behavior at work damages your career and mental health....

What is workplace retaliation, and what are some signs of it?

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Jan 23, 2023 | Employment Law

Many different situations might warrant filing a complaint against a Rhode Island employer. However, in some cases, the employer might retaliate against the employee who does so. Retaliation explained Employer retaliation occurs when an employer acts out against an...

The purpose of garden leaves in employment

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Jan 13, 2023 | Employment Law

A garden leave allows employees to leave their work while remaining on the workforce. In the past, workers were given special privileges to leave work for personal reasons. The employee is placed on a special paid leave while being required to follow the conditions of...

Retaliation and whistleblowing in Rhode Island

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Dec 27, 2022 | Employment Law

If you’re an employee in Rhode Island who has witnessed wrongdoing in the workplace, you may be considering blowing the whistle. Doing so can be a scary prospect, but the Whistleblower Protection Act offers some protection to employees who come forward. Understanding...

What are your rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act?

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Dec 22, 2022 | Workplace Discrimination

All Rhode Island residents have the right to be free of discrimination in the workplace. Those who have disabilities have certain rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Employers must abide by this law and can be penalized if they violate it. Protections...

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