On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Jul 27, 2020 | Firm News
Workers today have a broader range of definitions available for calling out discrimination in the workplace than ever before, yet the prevalence of discrimination is far from being eliminated. The Washington Post reported that over a million complaints have been filed...
On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Jul 15, 2020 | Firm News
Too many instances of workplace sexual harassment go unreported. If you are among those who never reported experiencing harassment, it may be because you have valid concerns about facing termination or retaliation. Unfortunately, many employees who choose to call...
On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Jul 12, 2020 | Firm News
If you witness illegal acts committed by your employer or organization, you may feel conflict about what to do next. There may be a moral conflict between wanting to alert the authorities and fearing the loss of your job. Fortunately, Michigan’s whistleblower...
On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Jul 10, 2020 | Firm News
Residents in Michigan may need to take time away from their jobs to attend to their own health needs or the health needs of a family member. Under the provisions of the federal government’s Family and Medical Leave Act, employees may qualify for leave without...
On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Jun 29, 2020 | Firm News
Understanding your rights as a Michigan worker is paramount. Depending on your status at your company, your employer may have to provide you with a certain amount of annual leave at your initial hire for your immediate use. According to the state of Michigan, when a...
On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Jun 25, 2020 | Firm News
Most states, including Michigan, have at-will employment laws. In most cases, an employer can terminate workers’ employment at any time, for any reason (or for no reason at all). There are exceptions to those laws, and it is important to know them. Common law...
On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Jun 24, 2020 | Firm News
In the past few weeks following the race-related tragedies, including the murder of George Floyd and countless other Black Americans, massive protests in the U.S. and across the globe have cropped up to demand swift action and social justice. Businesses in virtually...
On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Jun 23, 2020 | Firm News
As lockdown periods end and Americans return to work, many people remain anxious about COVID-19. Without federal support, state legislatures must rely on individual businesses to provide personal protective equipment (PPE) and enforce safety guidelines. Thankfully,...
On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Jun 16, 2020 | Firm News
It is not uncommon for employees to fear speaking out against their employer. Despite the fear, employees do have protection from employment discrimination and retaliation. These protections are federal Equal Employment Opportunity laws. An employer cannot...
On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Jun 15, 2020 | Firm News
When we hear the word harassment, we most often first think of sexual harassment. Especially when it comes to harassment in the workplace, we often first picture a male boss and female subordinate. While these are prevalent and important types of harassment for us to...
