If you have a physical or mental disability, then you have several important rights afforded to you thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. According to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, this key piece of legislature made it illegal for...
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Phone: 952-314-5779
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Month: September 2016
Wrongful termination involving national origin discrimination
In Minnesota, an employer does not have to have a reason to fire someone because it is an "at will" state. However, there remain some factors for which an employer cannot fire someone; otherwise, it is considered wrongful termination. Wrongful termination typically...
What laws protect against discrimination due to health problems?
A bought of the flu or the common cold might force you to take a sick day, but you typically will not worry about it impacting your job in the long run. However, if you have a more serious condition, you might be concerned over whether it could lead to workplace...
Employers held accountable for third party sexual harassment
Not all sexual harassment in the workplace involves coworkers or supervisors. In some instances in Minnesota, the harassment comes from a third party, such as customers, clients, vendors, consultants or other outsiders. However, no matter who performs the harassment,...
Can you be punished for not breaking the rules?
When you are working in Minnesota, you probably pay close attention to the rules to make sure you do not break them. This is due to the fact that if you break them, you will end up punished in some way. You might find yourself breaking small rules, such as wearing...
How Can We Help?
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