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August 19, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
While some of the initial shock of the pandemic has died down, some people are still getting and transmitting COVID-19. The recovery is relatively quick for some, but for others, it can drag on for a long time. When you are recovering from COVID or helping a loved one through COVID, it can limit your […]
Learn MoreAugust 16, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
The workplace dynamic has changed for many over recent years, with increased remote options, telecommuting and even downsizing. This might create some confusion about whether you are an employee or an independent contractor. In fact, the line between the two classifications can sometimes seem blurry, but knowing the difference is important for ensuring the protection […]
Learn MoreAugust 09, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
It takes an extraordinary amount of courage to speak out against wrongdoing, especially when that act of courage could cost one his or her job. If you are speaking out about illegal actions at your place of employment, you may worry about how this could affect your job, your future career opportunities and even your […]
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June 29, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
A 5-4 ruling on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, will allow military service members to sue state agencies for discrimination under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, representing an enormous victory for the men and women of the United States Armed Forces.
Learn MoreJune 11, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
Learning you are pregnant should be a time of excitement and expectation, not frustration and fear of the future. Unfortunately, you may find yourself uncertain of what will happen if you find that your pregnancy has negatively affected your status at work. Pregnancy discrimination is an unfortunate reality for many women, and if you are […]
Learn MoreMay 25, 2022 | Posted By: Emma Doull
Hoyer Law Group’s case U.S. ex rel. Owsley v. Fazzi Associates Inc. et al, is one of three cases before the U.S. Supreme Court concerning a long-time circuit split.
Learn MoreMay 17, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
Even with the worst of the pandemic seemingly behind us, it looks like most white-collar businesses will have remote workers for the foreseeable future. Many workers who were sent home during the lockdowns of 2020 have yet to return to the office. They enjoy the convenience and time savings of a home office without a […]
Learn MoreApril 10, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
Speaking out about wrongdoing in your workplace can be intimidating. You may fear that reporting illegal activity committed by your employer or others at work could place you at risk for losing your job, which is a valid concern. In this situation, you will benefit from knowing your rights and how you can protect your […]
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April 07, 2022 | Posted By: Emma Doull
On Thursday, April 7, 2022, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit reversed the decision by Judge Jeffrey Vincent Brown that blocked the Biden Administration from requiring federal workers to be vaccinated against Covid-19.
Learn MoreApril 04, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act makes it illegal to discriminate against an employee based on certain protected classes – including race, color, religion, sex and national origin. These protections have since been expanded to include other classes, such as pregnancy, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and genetic information. In March of this […]
Learn MoreMarch 30, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
As an employer, you have a right to terminate employees that are not a fit for the workplace. Perhaps you don’t like the type of performance you’re getting from a certain employee, or maybe they don’t get along with anyone else in the workplace and they’re making it uncomfortable. If you do terminate them, however, […]
Learn MoreFebruary 24, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
Uncovering fraud at work can be an intimidating experience. You know you need to report it, but you may worry about what could happen at work after you become a whistleblower. You may already understand that your employer is not supposed to retaliate against you because of your claim, but employers tend to be subtle […]
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