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In 1993, the federal government enacted the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), which allowed covered employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year for family or medical reasons. Despite the benefits the law provides many employees, not...
If you believe you have been racially profiled by the police during an arrest in Michigan, you must take certain steps to protect your rights. It is important to understand what to do if this ever happens to you. Document the incident As soon as possible, write down...
Subtle discrimination in the workplace, also referred to as "microaggression" or "implicit bias," can manifest in various ways that might not be overt but can still have significant negative effects on employees and the workplace culture. Awareness of these subtle...
Stepping into a hole at an apartment complex can lead to various injuries. Some common injuries include sprained ankles, broken bones and torn ligaments. These injuries occur when the foot twists awkwardly, putting immense strain on the ligaments and bones. In severe...
Despite increased awareness and efforts to combat workplace harassment, sexual misconduct remains a prevalent issue. Statistics show that 81% of women and 43% of men experience sexual harassment or assault in their lifetime. These alarming statistics highlight the...
Sexual harassment incidents in the workplace can be distressing and demoralizing. After suffering sexual harassment, employees might be anxious about speaking up for fear of losing their jobs. If you are a victim of sexual harassment, how can you report it and hold...
While no one should have to endure unjust or unequal treatment at work, such issues continue to affect the lives of many individuals. Sometimes the issues that arise at work may be isolated incidents, while at other times behaviors could act to create a hostile work...
It happens often in Michigan and throughout the country. Someone walks through a shopping mall, grocery store, public restroom or elsewhere and slips and falls on a slippery surface. Do you know that one out of every five of these types of incidents results in brain...
Most individuals may expect to receive fair and equal treatment in their chosen job fields, but do things always turn out this way? The presence of discriminatory behavior continues to affect the lives of employees in many types of professions in Michigan and facing...
Many companies may feel that there are a variety of benefits to using advancements in technology to help streamline hiring processes. However, while it might not be uncommon for companies to use AI programs to aid in similar endeavors, studies indicate that there may...