In 1993, the Family Leave and Medical Act (FMLA) became law. The FMLA helps ensure eligible employees receive time off work for medical and family-related reasons. When people in Rhode Island spend time away from work for FMLA-related situations, they expect things to...
Working as a server in a busy restaurant is challenging and rewarding. Smiling and staying pleasant are part of the job, but those might be tested by more than just the pressures of a fast-paced environment. Sexual harassment from customers can cast a long shadow over...
Workplace discrimination based on religion is an issue that can show up in various ways and create a hostile environment for employees. It's crucial to recognize the forms this type of discrimination can take to protect your rights and foster a more inclusive...
Rhode Island employers are required to provide a work environment that is free of sexual or other types of harassment. However, this doesn't mean that you won't hear crude jokes or be passed over for a promotion based solely on your gender. Fortunately, there are many...
Experiencing sexual harassment on the job can lead to several types of hardship. Yet, some people experience retaliation either because they report harassment to their employer or because they do not acquiesce to unwanted advances made by a supervisor or someone else...
One term that you will often hear connected to sexual harassment allegations is “quid pro quo.” This can be used to describe a certain situation in which this harassment can take place, potentially creating a hostile work environment. Essentially, this refers to...
You've recently taken a new job in Rhode Island. For the most part, things are going well, but you feel that your attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has started to interfere with some aspects of your work and are considering asking for workplace...
Rhode Island workers from all industries deserve to be treated with respect. Although sexual harassment and other forms of discrimination are illegal, some still experience it. Recently, Walmart was hit with charges due to this very issue. Walmart sued for sexual...
Attention deficit hyperactive disorder is a mental health condition that impacts the parts of the brain that help a person focus, maintain self-control and remain organized. With proper treatment, individuals with ADHD can manage their symptoms and live a full life....
No one in Rhode Island should ever deal with harassment while at work. Unfortunately, this crime continues to happen throughout the world. That said, recent allegations indicate that sexual harassment could be taking place at one of the most unexpected places: within...