Employment Law
Legal Implications: Impact of Social Media on Workplace Harassment
Tennessee employees spend increasing amounts of work time online. Unfortunately, that means methods of workplace harassment have shifted from in-person to electronic forums, including social media. People who choose to harass their co-workers may use social media either to take…
How Biometric Data Could Affect Your Employment Case
There was a time when using biometric data, such as retinal scans or facial recognition technology, seemed like something you’d only see in a sci-fi movie. Fast forward to today, and businesses are collecting biometric information that can control everything…
Is It Mandatory for an Employee to Sign a Non-Compete Agreement Before Receiving Their Last Paycheck?
Some employment contracts contain non-compete clauses, which prohibit workers from joining a competitor organization for a period of time after leaving their current positions. The question of what it means to sign a non-compete is confusing for many employees who…
When Are You Entitled to a Meal Break at Work?
As a Tennessee employee, you may wonder whether you are entitled to a meal break during your job shift. The answer is yes. State law permits you to have a meal break at work during a qualifying shift. Your employer…
Terminated on Your Day Off: Can This Really Happen?
Learning you lost or are about to lose your job can be shocking. But can your employer fire you on your day off? Unfortunately, the answer to this question is usually yes. In Tennessee, your employer can fire you at…
Can I be fired or subject to discipline for "quiet quitting"?
Recent polls suggest that up to 50 percent of the U.S. workforce is mentally withdrawing from work in a phenomenon dubbed “quiet quitting.” If you’re stepping back from your career because you’re feeling burnt out, underappreciated, or underpaid, you might be…
Hostile Work Environment and Workplace Harassment: What Is the Difference Between Them?
Laws against workplace discrimination protect employees and provide legal guidance on what to do when an employer breaks the rules. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) considers many factors to determine when violations occur. Understanding the terms used to define…
What Your Boss Is Not Allowed to Make You Do
People in management positions are responsible for making a range of important decisions at work. They are often in charge of training, supervising, and disciplining employees. But having a leadership role doesn’t mean that an owner, manager, or supervisor can…
What Is My Employment Discrimination Case Worth?
Do you believe that you’ve been the victim of discrimination in the workplace? If so, you might be eligible to bring an employment discrimination claim against your employer. Although your primary goals might be to get answers and stop unlawful…
Top 5 Questions to Ask Your Employment Lawyer
Knowing what to do if you’re having trouble at work is understandably stressful. We all depend on our jobs for financial security. But if you believe that have been treated unfairly or are the victim of harassment or discrimination at…
