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Activision Blizzard president resigns over sexual harassment

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Aug 10, 2021 | Sexual Harassment

Men and women of all backgrounds and ages in Rhode Island enjoy playing video games, including popular online games like Call of Duty and World of Warcraft. The company that makes these games is apparently not an inclusive or even safe place for women to work, though....

What does workplace retaliation look like?

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Jul 27, 2021 | Employment Law

Rhode Island employers need to take complaints of harassment or discrimination seriously. Unfortunately, many choose a more combative option and punish the victims instead. Workplace retaliation is a devastating issue that can make clocking into work...

When is a termination considered wrongful?

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Jul 13, 2021 | Employment Law

Although there are some exceptions, most workers in Rhode Island are considered “at-will.” In at-will employment, an employer may fire or lay off workers without any reason for doing so. However, wrongful termination can still take place in at-will employment. Here...

The mental health impact of workplace discrimination

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Jul 1, 2021 | Workplace Discrimination

Most people in Rhode Island understand just how important it is to have good mental health. Unfortunately, certain factors that affect mental health are often outside people’s control. For example, workplace discrimination has a profoundly negative impact on victims,...

Women fight daily against intersectional discrimination

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Jun 30, 2021 | Workplace Discrimination

You may understand that the law protects certain classes of people from discrimination based only on their membership to that class. Most everyone belongs or will belong to at least one protected class, and you may even belong to several. In fact, if you are a woman,...

Former employee suing Amazon for workplace discrimination

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Jun 7, 2021 | Workplace Discrimination

Taking a chance on a new job can be scary, especially when that job opportunity means moving to a new state. Those who choose to leave Rhode Island in search of a better opportunity are usually hoping for the best, though, such as better wages or career advancement....

Do I qualify for FMLA?

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | May 20, 2021 | Family And Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Life is unpredictable, and there may be times when it is simply not possible for you to work. Depending on the situation, you might be entitled to as many as 12 weeks of unpaid leave in a single year. However, not everyone is entitled to leave under the Family and...

Sexual harassment is a persistent workplace problem 

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | May 6, 2021 | Sexual Harassment

Women in Rhode Island still face an uphill battle when it comes to being respected at work. Despite laws intended to protect people, sexual harassment has not disappeared from the workplace. Because many women feel as though they cannot report their harassers or that...

Age discrimination linked with unemployment rates

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Apr 23, 2021 | Workplace Discrimination

Rhode Island employees probably expect that decades of work experience of knowledge will be in their favor when seeking promotions, pay raises or new positions. This is not always the case, though, as there are many employers who actively discriminate against people...

Why did my employer contest my unemployment claim?

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Apr 22, 2021 | Employment Law

If you have found a better job or are starting your own business, putting in your notice at work may be an exciting event, marking the end of the old life and the beginning of a new adventure. However, when it is not your choice, losing your job can be devastating....

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