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Bill nullifies forced arbitration of sexual harassment claims

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Mar 25, 2022 | Sexual Harassment

Workplace harassment is all too common in Rhode Island, and if you had signed a pre-dispute arbitration agreement when hired, you might feel like you may have no recourse in a questionable situation. However, a bill inspired by the MeToo Movement passed by the U.S....

Is there a statute of limitations for whistleblower cases?

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Mar 10, 2022 | Firm News

Did you witness a serious safety violation or accident at your place of work? You have the right to report this accident to OSHA or the relevant authorities in Rhode Island. The right for you to do so is guaranteed to all citizens under the terms of the Rhode Island...

IBM sued for age discrimination

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Feb 23, 2022 | Firm News

The results of recent studies indicate that older workers in Rhode Island and around the country are being terminated more often than their younger colleagues and are having difficulty finding new jobs. Age-based discrimination is prohibited in the United States by...

Sexual harassment leads to firing of AHL trainer

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Feb 17, 2022 | Sexual Harassment

The termination of the head athletic trainer for the Chicago Blackhawks' AHL affiliate program has made big news in the sports world in Rhode Island and elsewhere. The head trainer of the Rockford IceHogs, who had been in the leadership role for well over a decade,...

EEOC updates guidelines on anti-retaliation protections

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Feb 8, 2022 | Firm News

Residents and businesses of Rhode Island may want to learn more about updates to general anti-retaliation protection for employees by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or EEOC. There was a review of the rights of an employee. Anti-retaliation provisions of...

Study shows workplace discrimination still a problem

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Jan 26, 2022 | Workplace Discrimination

People may think that racism and discrimination in the workplace are on the decline, but companies in Rhode Island and across the country still have a long way to go on that front. One study showed that a large percentage of citizens have witnessed or recognized...

A basic overview of FMLA

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Jan 11, 2022 | Family And Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

The Family and Medical Leave Act, or FMLA, is a U.S. federal law that protects employees who need to take time off work. In Rhode Island, employers are required to allow employees to leave work for several weeks or months for serious medical and family reasons....

Are you eligible for FMLA in Rhode Island?

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Dec 27, 2021 | Family And Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

FMLA applies to workers in Rhode Island and all other states because it's a federal law. However, there are certain eligibility requirements under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Some states, including Rhode Island, offer additional protections with their own state...

How pregnancy discrimination occurs

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Dec 17, 2021 | Employment Law

It's not uncommon for pregnant women to feel that they're treated differently in the workplace in Rhode Island. Some employers may even view them as less capable workers or "risky" hires. If you feel like you've been facing discrimination at your workplace because of...

A top investment bank settles a sexual harassment lawsuit

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Dec 13, 2021 | Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment scandals continue to appear in the news, and many feel shocked upon discovering well-known business enterprises face claims. In December 2021, the financial entity Morgan Stanley settled a sexual harassment lawsuit with an employee, garnering public...

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