Most people think that workplace sexual harassment can only be done to an individual by their workmates, subordinates, or bosses. However, did you know that workplace sexual harassment can also be committed by individuals from outside the company, such as vendors,...
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Common forms of consumer fraud
Consumer fraud has been a consistent headache long before the internet was conceived. One would remember those snake oils and other purported heal-all potions being sold by mysterious travellers in the old days. These tricksters have evolved along with technology....
Legal actions to take if sold defective products
It can be frustrating to purchase a product that does not meet expectations. Some may break down unexpectedly after a few days while others may even cause injury to the user. Less expensive items with defects are rarely a concern for many consumers. But for more...
Students’ guide and recommended activities related to sexual assault awareness and prevention
As much as one would want to believe otherwise, campus sexual and gender-based violence happens too frequently across the United States. This is according to the Association of American Universities (AAU), who, after polling over 180,000 students at 33 schools on...
The Impact of sexual assault on the education of students
Sexual assault and some forms of gender-based violence are some of the most traumatic incidents that an individual can experience, and are known for leaving lasting physical, emotional, and mental scars on survivors. According to data cited by the Office of the...
What you can do as a bystander when you witness street harassment
Sexual assault, harassment and other forms of sexual violence are some of the most prevalent crimes in the United States, with the Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network or RAINN noting that these crimes claim 463,634 victims each year. As terrible as that might...
Fortifying laws covering sexual harassment in the workplace
Workplaces and offices are meant to be safe places where you can work without fear of being subjected to harassment and abuse. As highlighted by the #MeToo movement, this is not always the case. According to data collected by LeanIn.org and McKinsey’s 2018 Women in...
Know your rights as a job applicant
A job applicant is protected by legal rights even before they officially become an employee. Under state, federal, and some local laws, all employers are required to conduct a hiring process that does not in any way discriminate based on an applicant’s race,...
Your basic rights as an employee
All rights and obligations existing within an employer-employee relationship are covered by employment law. This includes not only current employees but job applicants and former employees as well. Federal labor law in the US safeguards certain employee rights such as...
Protecting your rights against workplace retaliation
Most people are already aware of the laws protecting employees from harassment and discrimination in the workplace. Many, however, do not know that these laws also exist to protect employees from retaliation. This means that it’s illegal for employers to take adverse...
The impact of COVID-19 on Whistleblower Lawsuits
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted various aspects of our day-to-day lives, not to mention every facet of US law. There has been a multitude of ways workers have been affected by the coronavirus. As a result, there’s been an increase in regulatory violations...
Drug and device lawsuits: Things you need to know
Under U.S. law, all drug and medical device companies are required to test for safety and efficacy as well as provide clear warnings about the potential risks and side effects of their products. While drugs and medical devices are subject to a stringent approval...