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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...
Workplace discrimination does not always look obvious. In Missouri, employers often show it through repeated unfair treatment over time. That conduct may violate the Missouri Human Rights Act. Unequal treatment in hiring, pay and discipline Missouri law applies to...
People often think of racial discrimination as obvious. In some cases, the people making hiring decisions clearly allow their bias to influence their choices. The company may rarely hire workers from particular backgrounds or may exclusively hire professionals of a...
Sexual harassment in Kansas City workplaces is not always loud or obvious. Many employees encounter conduct that falls into quieter, more ambiguous territory. These behaviors may not look severe at first, but they still create an uncomfortable or exclusionary...
Decubitus ulcers are also known as bedsores and pressure ulcers. By whatever name, they remain one of the clearest indicators of inadequate care in nursing homes. These injuries develop when residents are not repositioned regularly or when basic needs like hygiene...
If your employer skips you for a promotion, it can feel confusing or unfair. Your employer usually looks at your performance, experience and qualifications. In Missouri, they must apply these factors consistently to everyone. Look at how your workplace handles...
Sexual workplace harassment isn’t just a women’s issue; men experience it too. Unlike women, who are more often encouraged to speak up, many male victims stay silent, unsure of how to respond or worried about how others might react. Everyone deserves to work in an...
Discrimination doesn’t always come in the form of harassment or termination. It’s also not always geared toward a worker based on their race, sexual identity or religion. It sometimes begins quietly with an employer who refuses to adjust the workplace so an employee...
Families trust long-term care facilities to provide safety, compassion and stability for the people they love. When something feels off, that sense of trust can disappear quickly. It can be heartbreaking to have complaints brushed aside. Loved ones often find...
Nursing home facilities are meant to provide care and comfort to their residents. If your loved one has suffered neglect or mistreatment in such a setting, you can hold the negligent facility liable and recover compensation for the harm done. Understanding the types...