Employers have a duty to respond to sexual harassment claims appropriately. They should outline these procedures in employment policies or handbooks. Unfortunately, too many employers do not have these in place or comply with them. Instead, they take one of the...
Employee And Union Rights
Employee And Union Rights
Year: 2021
What options do I have if my workers’ comp claim was denied?
After a work accident, getting workers' compensation can be crucial for an injured party and their family. This money provides critical support that helps people get medical care and cover a portion of lost wages a person experiences because of their injury or...
How are unions responding to vaccination mandates?
Recently announced vaccine mandates have received mixed responses from Michiganders. Some welcome the news, especially those eager to return to a life more reflective of pre-pandemic living. The announcement angered others who feel their jobs should not hinge on their...
Sizable boost in Social Security COLA for 2022
Social Security payments are a crucial lifeline to those who collect them. These benefits help recipients who are over 65 or disabled and cannot work to pay for things like rent, medical care and all their living expenses. Thankfully, these checks will be a little...
Winter is coming: Tips to prevent cold weather accidents on the job
Michigan winters can be treacherous, particularly for people who must work outside or battle the elements on a regular basis. With winter just around the corner, now is the perfect time for employers and workers to ensure they know how to prevent work-related...
Lawsuits argue COVID screening time should be paid
The pandemic has changed nearly every part of our working lives, including the protocols we must follow to stay safe on the job. However, many employers ignore the rights of their workers in implementing these protocols. For instance, Amazon is facing a proposed class...
The waiting game: How long does it take to receive SSD benefits?
As long as you qualify for Social Security disability (SSD) benefits, you know that in time, you will receive the much-needed funds to help support you and your family. However, you may have to brace yourself for some unexpected news and that a great amount of...
What are the most common safety violations in the workplace?
No matter where you work, state and federal regulations are in place to ensure that the environment is safe for workers. Unfortunately, not all employers follow the rules and, instead, take shortcuts. Whatever the reason, an employer’s refusal to play by the rules can...
Understanding your right to engage in protected activity
When you feel that there is something wrong in the workplace, you should feel like you can speak up to protect yourself, your rights, or other employees from illegal misconduct. However, some employers will punish parties who do this or try to prevent them from...
Long-haul COVID and how it’s affecting workers
Just months ago, people were planning to return to some semblance of normalcy as multiple COVID-19 vaccinations became available. Unfortunately, those who already had COVID (as well as unvaccinated individuals and those who experience breakthrough infections) continue...