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Experiment says witnesses are less likely to report sexual harassment than they claim
We all like to think we would do the right thing, no matter what. But sometimes, feelings of intimidation or a desire not to "get involved" can stop us from speaking up when we witness something at work that appears to be against the law, or at least makes us...
Retaliation, termination common among sexual harassment victims
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...
Protection in Michigan for whistleblowers
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...
How does Michigan’s Paid Medical Leave act work?
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 pay. In...
What are MI’s paid annual leave laws?
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...
You might have a lawsuit if your employer terminated you
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...
Study finds most leaders don’t listen to discrimination concerns
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...
Worker’s rights organization release return-to-work guidelines
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,...
What are your protections against employer retaliation?
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...
Harassment in the workplace doesn’t have to be sexual
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...
