Speaking out? Under the Missouri Human Rights Act (MHRA) and other state laws, it is illegal to retaliate against workers exercising legal rights. Employers cannot terminate or harass you as payback. If you fear punishment because of whistleblowing or filing for...
Year: 2026
Making a workplace complaint: How HR investigates sexual harassment
Taking the step to report sexual harassment at work can feel overwhelming, but knowing what happens next helps you regain control. Before you speak to Human Resources (HR), you should know that you have rights, and preparation is your best tool. In Missouri, employers...
How to secure evidence in nursing home abuse cases
When you suspect a loved one is being abused or neglected in a Missouri nursing home, acting quickly can make all the difference in preserving their safety and rights. The law holds nursing facilities to strict standards of care, but proving a violation requires more...
4 mistakes employees make when facing workplace discrimination
As a victim of workplace discrimination, your response can shape everything that follows. Many legitimate claims fail not because discrimination didn’t happen, but because early, avoidable mistakes undermine the ability to prove what occurred, escalate it effectively...
Fall at a nursing home: Honest accident or sign of neglect?
A fall in a nursing home can change a life in seconds. It can also trigger a legal question with high stakes: accident or neglect? Why the distinction matters under the law Falls happen even in well-run facilities but neglect occurs when a facility fails to meet the...
Age discrimination in job postings
An employer may discriminate against a certain group of people before even hiring them. One way this can happen is through age discrimination in job postings. Cases of qualified candidates, particularly older ones, feeling like they can’t apply for a job because an...
Quid pro quo harassment can come from outside a particular company
There are two broad categories of workplace sexual harassment. Some people experience hostile work environments, while others endure quid pro quo sexual harassment. Frequently, quid pro sexual harassment comes from someone within a singular company, usually in a...
When age discrimination harms experienced professionals
It is illegal for employers to consider protected characteristics when making decisions about employment. A worker’s race, religion and sex generally have little to no impact on their ability to perform key job functions. While the worker’s age can affect their...
Nursing home medication errors can devastate residents
Assistance with managing medication is an important service provided by nursing homes for their residents. Older adults may forget to take their medications or might mix up their prescriptions. Given that approximately one in three older adults takes five or more...
Does sexual harassment have to be sexual in nature?
When people hear the term “sexual harassment,” they likely think of inappropriate touching, suggestive comments or sexual advances. But sexual harassment doesn’t always have to involve explicit sexual behavior. Therefore, you may not recognize sexual harassment when...