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Ways to determine if one has been wrongfully terminated

On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Dec 18, 2020 | Uncategorized

There are many people who leave their jobs in Michigan. Some people may quit for various reasons such as receiving a better job offer from other companies, the schedule no longer works for them, differences that cannot be worked out with managers and other reasons....

Michigan State Police settle case against Lt. Twana Powell for $2 million

On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Dec 3, 2020 | Uncategorized

Lt. Twana Powell was the head of internal affairs for the Michigan State Police for 25 years and worked on numerous high-profile cases. She worked to investigate judges, mayors, and police officers. She was the first woman in that position and was in charge of cases...

The DOJ and whistleblower rights and protections

On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Oct 15, 2020 | Uncategorized

Employees in Michigan and elsewhere notice various acts and conduct in the work environment. While many of them are in line with what is expected in the work place, others may fall short or even cross legal and ethical lines. An employee observing or finding evidence...

An unfair firing is not always wrongful termination

On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Aug 18, 2020 | Uncategorized

For many in Michigan, holding on to a job in this unpredictable environment is more critical than ever. Those fortunate enough to work in businesses that have survived the recent global crises may feel especially grateful to have a steady paycheck. To receive notice...

What should I do if I am a victim of sexual harassment?

On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Aug 23, 2019 | Uncategorized

Sexual harassment is a very serious problem both here in Michigan and across the United States. Many people are taking to social media and the street and speaking up about this societal menace; if you are a victim of sexual harassment it is only natural that you...

What constitutes a reasonable accommodation?

On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Aug 23, 2019 | Uncategorized

As a disabled Michigan resident, you likely already know that per the Americans with Disabilities Act, neither your employer nor any potential employer can discriminate against you based on your disability. And if the employer employs 15 or more employees, (s)he must...

Know your rights as an employee

On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Jul 26, 2019 | Uncategorized

As an employee in Michigan, federal laws protect you from unfair treatment at work. Going to work should never be a traumatic event, and your employer should ensure that no one violates your rights to a safe workplace. According to the Equal Employment Opportunity...

What are my rights as a whistleblower?

On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Jul 10, 2019 | Uncategorized

If you discover your employer is doing something illegal or something that could harm you and your fellow workers in Michigan, then you have the right to report it to the proper authorities. Many times, people fear doing this, though. They do not want to lose their...

Is a looped rope hanging from a ceiling considered harassment?

On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Jul 5, 2019 | Uncategorized

What constitutes harassment in a Michigan workplace may include any conditions or conduct that you might find offensive or intimidating. When an African-American employee found a looped rope hanging from the ceiling at a Chrysler Ram pickup assembly plant in Sterling...

Minimum wage on the rise across America

On behalf of Batey Law Firm, PLLC | Jul 5, 2019 | Uncategorized

While Senator Bernie Sanders ran for president in the 2016 elections, one of his main promises was to raise the minimum wage. The proposal received strong criticism as being unfeasible and an unnecessary burden on the American people. Then, came 2018. Many politicians...
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