Sexual harassment is prohibited in the workplace under the Minnesota Human Rights Act as well as the federal Civil Rights Act of 1964. Both laws describe sexual harassment as falling under an umbrella of behaviors, including requests for sexual favors, undesired...
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Chanhassen, MN 55317-4622
Phone: 952-314-5779
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Month: March 2016
Pregnancy discrimination: An ongoing problem in the workplace
Although the U.S. Department of Labor reports that 57 percent of women are active in the workforce, many Minnesota women still face discrimination from employers or potential employers. This is especially true when they are pregnant. At Neaton & Puklich, P.L.LP.,...
Military members protected from wrongful termination
When Minnesota members of the National Guard or Reserve are called in for training or duty, they may be required to leave their regular jobs in order to fulfill their obligation to the government. While in peacetime, this obligation usually consists of training drills...
Who is eligible for FMLA?
The Family Medical Leave Act is in place to help you get through potentially difficult circumstances in your life that may otherwise affect your employment. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, only certain workers are eligible for protection under the FMLA. To...
Forced arbitration bill introduced in U.S. Senate
When employment disputes arise, employees hope to use existing Minnesota and federal laws to help them prove and win their cases in a court of law. However, the widespread use of mandatory arbitration clauses in employment contracts has made it increasingly difficult...
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OFFICE LOCATION
Neaton & Puklich, P.L.L.P.
7975 Stone Creek DriveSuite 120
Chanhassen, MN 55317-4622
Phone: 952-314-5779
Toll Free: 877-813-4764
Fax: 952-258-9988