Imagine this: You spoke up and reported a coworker who was constantly harassing you or maybe you told your boss that you felt like you were being treated unfairly because of your race or gender. But after you reported it, things got bad. Your boss started giving you...
It can feel like your world is collapsing when you lose your job. It feels even worse when you lose it after doing the right thing. Maybe you reported harassment, discrimination or unsafe conditions. You exercised your rights, and now you're unemployed and worried...
Facing assault or battery at work can turn your professional life into a nightmare. Workplace violence might leave you feeling vulnerable, scared and unsure about your next steps. Missouri law provides several protections for employees who experience physical threats...
Discovering your child has experienced sexual abuse or harassment at school is a parent's worst nightmare. The feelings of shock, anger and betrayal are overwhelming and knowing what to do can feel impossible. Sadly, these incidents are more common than many realize....
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…