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Being recognized at work can be positive when it’s for the right reasons. However, if you are consistently singled out for unfair treatment—such as excessive workloads, exclusion from meetings, or unwarranted criticism—it can create a hostile work environment and potentially constitute workplace harassment, which is illegal. This type of treatment… Continue reading Is Being Singled Out at Work Considered Harassment?
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Millions of Americans live with chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer, paralysis, or other health issues—yet many continue working successfully. If you have a medical condition, you might wonder: Can my employer fire me because of it? In general, an employer cannot fire you solely because of… Continue reading Can an Employer Fire You for a Medical Condition?
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Living with a disability presents unique challenges, especially in the workplace. Physical disabilities such as cerebral palsy, amputation, blindness, and paraplegia, as well as mental health conditions like depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and autism, can impact job performance. Legal Protections for Disabled Workers Fortunately, disabled employees are protected under the… Continue reading Can You Be Fired for a Disability?
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Although New Jersey follows at-will employment, several state and federal laws protect workers from discrimination based on specific characteristics. Employees in protected classes have legal safeguards against wrongful termination or biased treatment. Get Legal Help Today At the Law Offices of Usmaan Sleemi, we help workers determine if they have… Continue reading Which Title Prohibits Employment Discrimination?
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Wrongful termination occurs whenever an employee is let go for an illegal reason. Employees have a limited amount of time to file a lawsuit to protect their rights, and if they miss the deadline, a judge can and will dismiss their case. Workers will be unable to secure favorable remedies,… Continue reading How Long Do You Have to Sue for Wrongful Termination?
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When people think about workplace harassment, they often believe the issue must occur several times, or happen regularly to constitute a problem. Even a single incident can constitute harassment. For example, if an employee was assaulted in the parking lot by an employer or co-worker, that single incident could rise… Continue reading Can Workplace Harassment Be a Single Incident?
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