by Stephen D. Hans | Aug 17, 2016 | Employment Defense Attorney, Employment Discrimination
Media outlets across the country are addressing controversial laws passed recently in certain states that prohibit transgender individuals from using bathrooms consistent with their identity. New state laws require them to use a restroom consistent with the sexual...
by Stephen D. Hans | Jul 27, 2016 | Employment Defense Attorney
McDonald’s in Arkansas Sued for Disability Discrimination The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) continues to pursue companies that violate the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Matthews Management Company in Arkansas owns 34 McDonald’s restaurant...
by Stephen D. Hans | Jul 8, 2016 | Business Attorney, Employment Discrimination
Salient Points about the Carlson-Ailes Sexual Discrimination Lawsuit The media is full of reports about the lawsuit Gretchen Carlson, former Fox anchor woman and television host brought against Fox News CEO Roger Ailes. Ms. Carlson claims that the chairman of Fox...
by Stephen D. Hans | Jun 29, 2016 | Business Attorney, Wage and Hour
Minimum Wage Changes and Tipped Employees When a state legislature approves a minimum wage hike, implementing the changes is more complicated for employers with tipped employees than non-tipped employees. NYS minimum wage increases are set to go into effect on...
by Stephen D. Hans | Jun 21, 2016 | Employment Discrimination, HR Guidelines
According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), disability discrimination charges filed with the EEOC increased by six percent in 2015, reaching a new high compared with the previous year. Employers should take heed and ensure they understand the...
