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Gretchen Carlson posted this yesterday, detailing her thoughts, efforts and concerns about workplace arbitration clauses. If you want a first hand account of the impact of these clauses, this is worth a read. Of course, if you’re experiencing sexual harassment, discrimination or any other problems at work, give us a call. View Article

Great article in Entrepreneur Magazine. As much time and consideration you gave when accepting your position should be spent when leaving it. Before you make a quick decision, call Gordon Law Group for your exit strategy. View Article

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has released data from the 2016 fiscal year. Charges of workplace discrimination have increased for every protected class. The top five employment charges for 2016 were: View Article If you have been a victim of workplace discrimination or retaliation, contact Gordon Law Group and we would be happy to…

When negotiating employment agreements, we consider “termination without cause” one of the most critical provisions. See why Marissa Mayer agrees: View Article If you’re negotiating an employment contract, think carefully about your exit!

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA). A record number of American employees are now choosing to retire much later, and age discrimination is becoming a more complex set of questions. Great article in Bloomberg News: View Article If you think you’ve been subject of age discrimination,…

Recognized among the top employment lawyers in the nation, Elizabeth Rodgers has built her reputation zealously litigating complex employment disputes on behalf of individuals for over 35 years. We’re thrilled to add such a great lawyer to our team. If you want to connect with her, give us a call. To learn more about Liz’s…

Employed by more than one employer? Wondering whether they share liability for each other’s failures? The United States Department of Labor (DOL) recently released a new interpretation regarding the practice, expanding the range of employers who are potentially liable for legal violations involving “jointly employed” workers.  (view DOL interpretation) What is Joint Employment? Joint employment…

Women remain a critical part of the workforce. With rising college enrollment, more women are entering classically male-dominated careers. Yet, a gender pay gap persists. NPR published an article on this issue today, and it deserves attention. I’ve included a link to that article here (NPR Article). Let me know your thoughts. I’ve also posted…

Often touted as the great disruptor, big data has proven a valuable tool. But in the world of health and disability discrimination, big data may be driving some of the most serious and disturbing employment discrimination epidemics at every level. At its core, discrimination is the use of a known current characteristic – such as…

The United States Supreme Court has agreed to consider a long standing dispute in employment law regarding who is entitled to overtime pay, and service advisors are at the center of this latest question. The statute in question allows the exemption for any “salesman, partsman, or mechanic” who engages in “selling or servicing automobiles.” This…