We often hear about workplace harassment without truly understanding what it means, what employees' rights are, and what they should (and must!) do about it if they experience it. Workplace harassment Harassment in the workplace seriously violates employment law. It...
Every child deserves a safe and inclusive learning environment. For students with disabilities with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or 504 plans, this means more than just providing ramps or accessible classrooms. It means actively protecting them from...
Dealing with harassment at work can be distressing and overwhelming. For workers in Missouri facing such issues, it is helpful to know when the issue is serious enough to justify involving a lawyer. Legal counsel can provide guidance, protect your rights, and help...
Finding the right employment lawyer in Missouri requires that you take time to research and choose the professional who will best meet your needs. Whether you’re dealing with a dispute with your employer, filing a claim for unpaid wages, or have some other, more complex employment issue, an experienced employment lawyer will be the best ally you have. How to…
Whether you were dismissed for discriminatory reasons, in retaliation, or because your employer violated a contract, a wrongful termination can have devastating consequences for you, and a Kansas City wrongful termination lawyer can help you get all the damages you’re entitled to. Defining Our Terms: What Counts as “Wrongful?” In Missouri, “at-will” employment is the standard. This means employers can…
Missouri’s anti-discrimination laws provide protections against workplace discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, age, and genetic information. The Missouri Human Rights Act (MHRA) is the state law that prohibits such discrimination and is enforced by the Missouri Commission on Human Rights (MCHR). You are also protected by federal law, as well, and with…
Sadly, sexual harassment remains a serious problem in workplaces across America, and Kansas City is no exception. If you have been the victim of sexual harassment, it’s important to understand your rights and options. Your first step is to get in contact with a work sexual harassment lawyer who can advise you on the best steps to take in your…
United States District Court for the District of Kansas, 22-cv-2276 Case Filed on June 22, 2022 Our office along with Donelon, P.C. filed a collective class action claim and class claim on behalf of Landscape Laborers working for Signature Landscaping, LLC in Kansas and Missouri. This covers employees who perform manual job duties in both Missouri and Kansas, including but not…
Losing your job unexpectedly can be a devastating experience, especially if you believe the reason for termination was unfair or illegal. Wrongful termination goes beyond what’s allowed with at-will employment, and an employer who fires an employee for reasons other than poor work performance or policy violation may be liable. If you think you’ve been illegal fired, contact an employment…
Corte Federal de los Estados Unidos- Distrito de Kansas, 22-cv-2276 Case Presentando el 22 de Junio, 2022 Nuestra oficina junto a Donelon, P.C. presentó una demanda colectiva y una demanda colectiva en nombre de los trabajadores de jardinería (“landscaping”) que trabajan para Signature Landscaping, LLC en Kansas y Missouri. Esto caso cubre a los empleados que realizan tareas manuales tanto…