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What should I know about reporting and taking legal action against mistreatment on the job?

Addressing Workplace Harrassment How to file a claim

I’m just beginning my career. But it seems I’m dealing with more than a learning curve.

Do I Face A Higher Risk Of Harassment? 4 issues to be aware of.

Care facilities should regularly move immobile patients. Failing to do so could be negligent.

Understand The Dangers Of Immobility Repositioning patients is critical for care.

While this type of bias may not always be overt or intentional, it can negatively impact employees and the company.

Signs Of Age Bias In Work Evaluations Stereotyping age groups is a red flag.

What Jobs Have The Most Complaints?

https://www.carterlaw.org/blog/2023/11/what-workers-get-s*xually-harassed-the-most/

Why does my boss care about my hair?

https://www.carterlaw.org/blog/2021/12/2-common-work-dress-code-rules-that-are-subtly-racist/

Nursing homes: Federal regulations say surprise inspections should occur at least every 15 months, but actual statistics tell a different story.

https://www.carterlaw.org/blog/2023/09/are-nursing-homes-being-inspected-regularly-in-missouri/

Can people record inappropriate workplace behavior to support their claim?

Using A Phone To Prove Harassment What can workers do?

Though less frequent, women can harass men or harassment can occur between two or more individuals of the same s*x.

Same-Sex Sexual Harassment At Work Any unwanted flirting or advances is harassment.

Some medical conditions might signal that a loved one is not getting the care they need.

Are These A Sign Of Poor Nursing Home Care? What to look for.

Older employees are not always treated fairly in the workplace.

Is This Discrimination? 6 signs to look for

One's employer may not be doing enough to crack down on workplace misconduct.

"Is The Company I Work For Going To Stop This?" What action can be taken?

When are Missouri employers allowed to dismiss employees?

Can I Fire An Employee At Will? Or do I need a reason to do so?

A woman's experience with a new employer spotlights why it's so important to be familiar with the ADA.

A Troubling Trend Was In The News Again What happened?

The Speak Out Act eliminates a loophole in nondisclosure agreements preventing people from talking about s*xual harassment.

Nondisclosures And Sexual Harassment Employers should get familiar with this new law.

Servers are often told that flirting is part of the job.

When Does A Customer Cross The Line? Harassment is never okay.

It's a job sector that's not exactly well known for its benefits. Even more so for minorities.

Retail Workers May Face Injustice But they can speak up.

Sexual Harassment Becomes More Difficult To Identify When It Is Constant

Sexual Harassment Becomes More Difficult To Identify When It Is Constant | Carter Law Offices Workers tend to know that s*xual harassment in the workplace is prohibited. But this doesn't always mean that they know when it's occurring. An interesting study found that their perception of what is taking place is largely shaped by the consistent atmosphere in which they work. In other words, if....

Gender discrimination at work: What are the warning signs?

Gender discrimination at work: What are the warning signs? | Carter Law Offices Both Missouri and federal laws prohibit employers from subjecting employees to discrimination at work because of their protected characteristics. If your employer discriminates against you based on your race, gender, age, s*xual orientation or nationality of origin, you may sue them for damages. One...

Do Retail Workers Face Discrimination?

Do Retail Workers Face Discrimination? | Carter Law Offices In many ways, retail employment is the great modern equalizer. There are retail jobs in almost every neighborhood that require very little education or professional experience. Almost anyone can qualify for retail employment, even those with extensive limitations on their physical capabilities or th...

Are insect bites a sign of nursing home neglect?

Are insect bites a sign of nursing home neglect? | Carter Law Offices A nursing home should provide the necessary care to its residents who are among the most vulnerable groups of people in society. It should be a haven for seniors living out their sunset years. Unfortunately, it is not always the case. The elderly are prone to nursing home abuse. If your loved one is...

Does use of restraints in nursing homes constitute abuse? https://bit.ly/3AiFrqT

Does use of restraints in nursing homes constitute abuse? | Carter Law Offices As a family, when you take the decision to house a vulnerable or elderly relative in a nursing home, you expect them to be treated with dignity and respect. Nursing homes owe a legal duty of care to their residents, and this should be honored at all times. Occasionally, a difficult situation may ari...

What safety measures should nursing homes use to prevent falling out of bed? https://bit.ly/3aZg185

What safety measures should nursing homes use to prevent falling out of bed? | Carter Law Offices Most people have fallen out of bed at some point in their lives. It usually causes little more than a shock. Yet, if it happens to someone in a nursing home, the damage could be much more severe. Those in nursing homes are typically at the stage of life where their body is not as

After reporting s*xual harassment to their employer, people should protect their claim and avoid making the situation worse.

4 Things Not To Do After A Sexual Harassment Claim Free legal consultation.

Are s*xual harassment complaints confidential? https://bit.ly/3OX77qh

Are s*xual harassment complaints confidential? | Carter Law Offices You may have recently experienced s*xual harassment at your place of work. It could’ve started with a few unwanted comments that eventually escalated to inappropriate touching, blackmail or even persistent romantic advances. So, you decided to write a harassment report. While you have the right to...

4 Mistakes To Avoid When Reporting Sexual Harassment At Work https://bit.ly/3ueI8qe

4 Mistakes To Avoid When Reporting Sexual Harassment At Work | Carter Law Offices No one deserves to be s*xually harassed at work. It is unfair, and it is illegal. If you believe that you have been s*xually harassed at work, there are some things you should remember not to do. Making these mistakes could hurt your case and ability to hold others accountable for their actions. Del...

Can s*xual harassment happen outside of work? https://bit.ly/3nmIGXe

Can s*xual harassment happen outside of work? | Carter Law Offices All employees across Missouri have a legal right to work in an environment that is free from hostility, discrimination and harassment. Generally, employers take steps to ensure that none of this occurs in the workplace. For the rare instances that it does, companies should have a thorough grievance....

Can bedsores be cured? https://bit.ly/3aZWJPv

Can bedsores be cured? | Carter Law Offices Pressure ulcers, which are better known as bed sores, are a type of painful skin condition that many people with mobility issues experience. While they can happen to anyone of any age, bedsores are extremely common in seniors. In many cases, bedsores occur in cases of nursing home abuse and neglect....

Vigilance is critical to spot nursing home abuse https://bit.ly/3xhVhRn

Vigilance is critical to spot nursing home abuse | Carter Law Offices Nursing home residents deserve to receive proper care from the staff members of the facility where they’re living. It’s unacceptable to think about any of these residents being abused or neglected while they’re in their new home. Unfortunately, abuse and neglect in these facilities are far mor...

Lives are literally at stake when vulnerable elderly loved ones aren’t adequately nourished.

Is It Illness Or Malnourishment? Could be a sign of neglect.