You might feel like you are being subjected to sexual harassment at your workplace but are not sure if you have the basis for a legal claim. There are various examples of what constitutes sexual harassment under local, state and federal laws. Sexual harassment takes...
Year: 2016
How to spot a mail scam
The Nigerian email scam is so popular it's practically a brand, a punch line to a bad joke. For many senior citizens and vulnerable adults, these scams aren't so light hearted. Sure, it's easy to hit the delete button or throw a fishy looking letter in the trashcan...
Why you should speak up about racial discrimination
Do you always get the unpleasant tasks at work even though your coworker, who just started, has already been promoted? Does it feel like you're always put on solo jobs in the back room while your co-workers are doing work elsewhere? Do you suspect it's because of your...
Myths of sexual harassment
Sexual harassment can happen in all jobs and industries, and to both men and women. It is a serious offense, and yet 75% of people who experience sexual harassment in the workplace don't report it. One reason for that is that many don't know sexual harassment when...
The dangers of texting while driving and why Missouri’s ban isn’t enough
While most other states have banned texting while driving for all drivers, Missouri lags behind with a ban solely for drivers under 21. Missouri's attempt to expand that to all drivers in 2015 fell short. This year, the House and Senate have heard testimony on another...
In Employment Law, Sexual Orientation Plays A Protected Role
In testimony before lawmakers, James Pittman told his story about losing his job at a paper recycling company in 2011, weeks after he started cohabitating with his boyfriend. Pittman successfully sued his employer, only to have the decision overturned by a state...