Federal Law Update

If I Lose My Case, Can I Sue Again In Another Court? Why Res Judicata Prevents Repeat Claims

If you are an employee who lost an employment, retaliation, or wrongful termination, you might be wondering: can I try again in a different court against the same employer? In employment law, and whether your claim involves race/color, gender, gender identity, sexual...

Called A Racial Slur At Work—Is That Enough To Sue? What Counts As Severe Or Pervasive Harassment

  If you are an employee dealing with race discrimination or a racially hostile work environment, you are probably asking a simple question: how bad does it have to get before the law actually steps in to protect me? Here is the uncomfortable truth in employment...

Hire An Employment Lawyer Or Go It Alone? The Hidden Mistakes That Kill Employment Claims

Most people think bringing an employment discrimination or wrongful termination case is easy. Watch a few videos, maybe use a little AI, tell your story, and the truth will win. That sounds nice. It also sounds exactly like the time I decided I could bake my...

Yes, You Can Be Arrested For Keeping Work Laptop

A work laptop can start to feel like it’s yours. The employer hands it to you on day one. You carry it everywhere. It travels on vacations. You build your shortcuts. You store your notes. You probably should not use it for shopping or personal photos — but many...

Wrongful Termination? It Can’t Be Retaliation If You Haven’t Complained Yet

If you’re an employee dealing with an employer who suddenly treats you differently after medical leave, it’s natural to suspect retaliation or even disability discrimination. For any employee facing wrongful termination, retaliation, or employment discrimination, the...