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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....

Whistleblowers are frequently subjected to retaliation

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Apr 12, 2021 | Employment Law

Rhode Island employers are required to adhere to certain laws and regulations in the workplace. When they do not, it is often up to the employees to take action. Workers who report these violations are considered whistleblowers. Despite doing their best to protect...

What’s in your employment contract?

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Apr 2, 2021 | Employment Contracts

These days, landing that dream job is not as easy as it once was. Too many people are vying for a single job, and you must be head and shoulders above the competition for a potential employer to notice you. When you finally get a job offer, it can be a thrilling...

Cancer patients frequently face workplace discrimination

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Mar 29, 2021 | Workplace Discrimination

Learning that one has cancer can be a terrifying experience, and it is important the patients receive support in all areas of their lives -- including work. Unfortunately, some Rhode Island employers are apparently not as familiar as they should be with the needs of...

Simple workplace accommodations for those with hearing loss

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Mar 19, 2021 | Firm News

Whether your hearing loss is something you have experienced since birth or a condition that developed through accident or illness, you have likely found ways to adapt to situations where your deafness or difficulty hearing puts you at a disadvantage. However, your...

What to do after experiencing workplace discrimination

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Mar 11, 2021 | Workplace Discrimination

Everyone in Rhode Island deserves the opportunity to excel at work. Workplace discrimination makes it impossible for you to get your fair chance. It does not have to define the rest of your life though, and there are steps that you can take now to help get your future...

Men face opposition when reporting sexual harassment

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Feb 24, 2021 | Sexual Harassment

Everybody in Rhode Island deserves to feel safe and valued in the workplace. However, victims of sexual harassment often face a great deal of trauma and shame when trying to seek help from employers or when making reports to human resources. Men in particular face...

Do employers even know what retaliation is?

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Feb 11, 2021 | Employment Law

Retaliatory actions are one of the most common types of workplace discrimination, and yet many employers in Rhode Island do not realize quite how big the problem is. This is because employers sometimes struggle to identify what retaliation actually looks like....

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