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Discrimination in the workplace can take many forms. Some are instantly obvious, while others are not. One type of unlawful mistreatment that often flies under the radar is genetic discrimination. Under the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) of 2008, it...
Many actions that create a hostile work environment or lead to allegations of harassment on the job are fairly overt. If someone makes direct and derogatory comments about you based on something like your race or your sexual identity, it’s clear that they’re violating...
One of the last things one would ever want for their vulnerable parents living in a nursing home or assisted living facility is to be sexually violated. Yet, as CNN reported, it happens far too frequently. Perhaps worst of all is that these facilities are not too...
It's not uncommon for coworkers to avoid discussing wages. Unfortunately, this has contributed to some people unknowingly spending years in a workplace where they are paid less than their colleagues. You may have heard of employees losing their jobs for discussing...
Every day, countless elderly residents in nursing homes rely on staff for their most basic needs. In the halls of these care facilities, the dangers of nutrition and hydration neglect loom large. They pose a threat to the health and happiness of vulnerable loved ones...
Job loss can quickly lead to personal hardship. It can prove quite challenging to find a new job that offers competitive pay with little advance notice. Most people prefer to have new employment lined up before they leave their current positions. An unexpected...
Many workplaces provide plenty of opportunities for after-work socialization among employees. It may even be strongly encouraged. If the boss offers to take everyone out for drinks after a particularly stressful week, employees often feel compelled to participate. As...
Elopement of memory care residents is a scenario that can lead to serious injury or death. Most of the time, these kinds of injurious scenarios are preventable. As such, elopement leading to physical harm is a situation that may be legally actionable under certain...
Workplace harassment can significantly impact employees' well-being and productivity. In Missouri, as in many other states, workplace harassment is illegal under both state and federal laws. Understanding the common types of harassment can help employees recognize...
People who are in nursing homes count on the staff members to help them with their daily care needs. The depth of reliance depends on the individual needs of the resident. Some have minimal needs, but others depend on the staff for everything. Most residents don’t...