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Have you suffered any of these 4 forms of discrimination?

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | May 10, 2017 | Workplace Discrimination

Race discrimination can have a variety of impacts. You may feel angered by mistreatment you suffered due to your race, or you may have even begun to think you deserved the negative actions toward you. You should never think that anyone deserves to withstand harsh and...

Rhode Island company faces allegations of discrimination

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | May 3, 2017 | Workplace Discrimination

Title VII of the Civil rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination at work based on a number of factors, including race, sex and religion. Despite this, many employees find themselves being subjected to workplace discrimination. Alex & Ani, a popular jewelry...

Protecting your employment rights under the FMLA

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Apr 26, 2017 | Family And Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Many working people in Rhode Island will eventually have to deal with a personal emergency that requires them to take some time off of work. Many people may need more than just a day or two. If you work for a Rhode Island employer with 50 or more employees, you are...

Tips for pregnant employees and job seekers

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Apr 26, 2017 | Workplace Discrimination

While hiring across the nation saw an uptick in the first month of Donald Trump’s presidency, many are skeptical of whether it will continue. If you are a pregnant woman looking for work, the road to a new job may still be riddled with potholes. Not every employer...

Appellate court ruling changes rules on workplace discrimination

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Apr 19, 2017 | Workplace Discrimination

Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act prohibits employment discrimination based on a number of characteristics, including race, sex and national origin. Sexual orientation is one characteristic that is not explicitly mentioned by the Act. However, the U.S. Court of...

Fox News launches investigation of alleged sexual harassment

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Apr 12, 2017 | Sexual Harassment

Employers owe a duty to their employees to do everything they can to ensure their safety in the workplace. Unfortunately, some employers don't do enough to protect their staff. As a result, men and women all across the country have been subjected to sexual harassment...

Has your employer raised red flags regarding race discrimination?

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Apr 9, 2017 | Workplace Discrimination

Obtaining employment can stand as one of the most successful days of your life. If you work hard toward gaining your dream job, you may think nothing can stand in your way, especially when it comes to doing the job well. Unfortunately, some individuals might carry out...

What types of discrimination can occur in the workplace?

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Apr 5, 2017 | Workplace Discrimination

Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, employers with 15 or more employees are prohibited from discriminating against any employee based on certain characteristics. This law was enacted to ensure that employee rights are protected. Despite this law, many...

Tesla faces lawsuit for alleged discrimination and harassment

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Mar 30, 2017 | Workplace Discrimination

Rhode Island employees have basic rights in the workplace that entitle them to work in a safe environment free from discrimination and harassment. If an employee's rights are violated, the employee may choose to file a lawsuit against the employer. According to a...

Employment contracts and termination

On Behalf of Formisano & Company | Mar 24, 2017 | Employment Contracts

When an employee works for a company, they are often required to agree to an employment contract. While employment contracts can be written out and signed by both an employee and employer, many companies use implied contracts instead. An implied contract can be a...

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