Medical Marijuana
Now that medical marijuana is legal in the state of Missouri, we talk about some of the legal gray areas and your rights if approached by law enforcement.
8 Class A misdemeanors 1 Felony your teen could commit without realizing it
As the weather gets nicer, our beloved teens will be spending increasingly more time outdoors and socializing with one another. While these social interactions are great for them, there are many “fun” activities that seem harmless but could land them in serious trouble. Here are eight of the most common charges teens receive during the Spring and Summer months: Alcohol. We never want our teens drinking and driving, but it is important to know that all it takes is a BAC of .020 for them to receive a DWI charge if they are under 21 years old. It is always better for them to Uber if they have gotten their hands on any wine, beer, or spirits. Marijuana. Regardless of [...]
Teenage Rights in the Workplace
Teenagers are often some of the most overlooked victims of harassment and discrimination in the workplace. Often, they are just told that it's a tough life lesson.
What is the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and how does it apply to you?
In 1967, three years after Congress put in place the Civil Rights Act which prevented workplace discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, or sex, Congress passed the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA). The ADEA of 1967 protected individuals over the age of 40, and put them on an even playing field when it comes to being hired, getting fired, and being subject to promotions, benefits, layoffs and trainings. In addition to the ADEA, most states have now passed laws making age discrimination in employment illegal. However, under the Missouri Human Rights Act, the state law only protects those between the ages of 40 and 70 -- allowing for employers to discriminate against employees over the age of [...]
Pregnancy Discrimination for Spanish Speakers
This episode is made for our Spanish-speaking audience. It deals with pregnancy discrimination.
Charges of Discrimination and Petitions or Lawsuits
In this episode, we talk about the how the process works when it comes to charges if discrimination in the legal system, especially with it comes to petitions and lawsuits.
Government Whistleblowers
If you work for the government, you now have certain whistleblower protections. However, there is a short timeline so reaching out to an attorney to discuss your case is as soon as possible is key. This new law even protects government contractors and employees of entities of the state, like a prison.
Changes In Missouri Employment Laws
Recent changes in Missouri employment laws now make it harder to go after an employer, and it makes it easier for employers hide their past wrongdoings.
Have workplace laws changed because of the pandemic?
The pandemic has brought about many shifts in our daily lives and it has affected people in different ways. While there is no doubt that Covid-19 has made a huge impact on the world, it has not changed the laws in place to protect workers at their jobs. Here are just some examples of how the law remains firm. Discrimination can be virtual While much of the workforce shifted their office to their homes at the beginning of the pandemic, many still remain working remotely. For those that are working out of the office, you are still protected from harassment or discrimination that takes place virtually. Inappropriate email chains, text messages, online chats, video calls, and phone calls can all [...]
4 rights that you have as an older worker during the pandemic
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has made it clear that discrimination and harassment remain unlawful and the agency has worked to guide companies and workers to navigate their rights during the pandemic. While the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), among other health organizations, has stated that individuals over the age of 65 are at a higher risk of complications resulting from a Covid-19 infection, this does not cancel out any rights that older workers have at the workplace. Here are 4 rights that older employees should know about as they work through this international health crisis. You have the right to go to work You cannot be banned from the workplace due to your age or excluded from [...]