Introduction to Wendi Bridges
In this episode, we introduce you to Wendi Bridges, our amazing office manager that makes our office run smoothly. We explore her background and why it makes her the perfect person to steer the Baldwin and Vernon ship.
3 Things You Should Know About Missouri’s Statute of Limitations
When someone is accused of committing a crime, the state has a certain amount of time in which they must press charges. This time limit is called a statute of limitations and can vary based on the state and the crime. These are the statutes of limitations for criminal charges in Missouri: Unlawful sexual offenses with a minor (under 17 years old): 10 years Fraud or breach of fiduciary duty: up to 3 years after the discovery Official misconduct: up to three years after the offense or public employment Other felonies: 3 years Misdemeanors: 1 year Infractions: 6 months The primary reason why the statute of limitations exists is to help make certain physical evidence and eyewitnesses are still available. [...]
Client Issues
In this episode, we talk about common client inquiries and issues that we encounter. These issues range from frustrations ranging from why attorneys might not always be available to address questions to why discrimination cases can take so long.
Discovery Process Part 2
With so many things to cover in the discovery process, we had to make a part 2 to further explain the discovery process.
The Discovery Process
In this episode, our office manager and paralegal, Wendi Bridges, explains the discovery process before litigation including how detailed the requests may be. Wendi also gives examples of what types of information might be requested and what has to be turned over.
Final Paycheck
If you get fired, what are the laws regarding your final paycheck? We answer some general questions regarding your final paycheck, using Missouri law in answering some more specific questions.
Workplace Privacy
In this episode, we talk about workplace privacy. What rights do you and your employer have when it comes to personal information? If you access your personal email using a work computer, does your employer have the right to read your personal emails? Does your right to free speech protect you from the consequences levied by your employer? Can your private social media posts be used against your character and credibility? We answer these and more in this episode.
The Department of Labor releases new FLSA changes
Since 2004, there haven’t been any significant changes in the overtime salary thresholds, until recently. On September 24, 2019, the Department of Labor (DOL) announced the long-awaited final overtime rule. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires employers to pay time-and-a-half rates to workers making less than a threshold amount for all hours beyond 40/week. The new rule lifts the annual salary threshold, allowing more workers to qualify for overtime wages. New changes These are the changes that are set to take effect on January 1, 2020. The salary threshold to meet the executive, administrative, or professional exemption will now be $35,568/year or $684/week (an increase from $23,660/year and $455/week). The threshold is slightly higher than the initial draft of [...]
Are you experiencing age discrimination in the workplace?
Has your work turned into a hostile environment? Do you feel targeted due to your age? Do you believe that you are being harassed by your employer or other employees because you are older? Age discrimination can be found in a variety of industries and environments. Baldwin & Vernon is here to ensure that you stay informed, and when needed, is ready to protect your rights as a worker. What is age discrimination? According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) prohibits age-based discrimination against people who are 40 years or older. When can age discrimination occur? Age discrimination can take place in any aspects of employment such as hiring, firing, wage or [...]
7 examples of sex discrimination at work
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 is a landmark U.S. law that prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, or sex. Sex discrimination is still present in today’s workforce and 42% of women in the U.S. have reported gender discrimination on the job. As it’s Women’s History Month, here are 7 examples of sex discrimination at work toward women. What is sex discrimination? The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission states that “sex discrimination involves treating someone (an applicant or employee) unfavorably because of that person's sex. The law forbids discrimination when it comes to any aspect of employment, including hiring, firing, pay, job assignments, promotions, layoff, training, fringe benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.” The [...]