Aaron Hotfelder

Aaron Hotfelder

J.D. · University of Missouri School of Law

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Wrongful Termination: When Should You Talk to a Lawyer?
If you've recently been fired or laid off, you may be wondering whether you have any legal claims against your employer.
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: What You Need to Know
Sexual harassment is unwelcome conduct, based on the victim's gender, that creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment.
How Long Must I Be Employed Before Being Eligible For Unemployment Benefits?
If you've recently lost your job, you may be eligible for unemployment benefits. To get benefits, you must meet your state's eligibility requirements.
Who Is Eligible for Unemployment Benefits?
Not every person who is out of work is eligible for unemployment benefits. Unemployment benefits are intended as a temporary wage replacement for those who are out of work, through no fault of their own, until they find a new job.
Getting a Right to Sue Letter Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits disability discrimination in the workplace. An employee who wants to sue under the ADA may not go straight to court, however.
Do I Have To Accept a Severance Package?
Some employers offer severance to employees who are laid off or otherwise lose their jobs through no fault of their own. For example, a company that downsizes may offer severance to all employees who are terminated.
My Employer Failed To Deliver a Promised Severance Package
You may have a legal claim to severance if your employer promised it or otherwise agreed to pay it. Even though employers generally aren't legally required to pay severance, many do.
Forced to Perform Illegal Act by an Employer: Legal Rights and Issues
If you are fired because you refused to do something illegal at work or because you reported illegal activity, you may have legal claims against your employer.
Laws Prohibiting Employment Discrimination Based on Sex and Gender
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination against employees based on sex (gender), as well as other protected traits, such as race and religion.
Illegal Workplace Policies: Appearance, Dress Codes, and Grooming Policies
Many employers have policies that regulate employee appearance, from dress codes and uniform requirements to policies prohibiting tattoos or piercings. Are these policies legal?
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