Understanding the New Legislation In May 2023, the state of Minnesota passed a significant new law concerning non-compete agreements. A bill was signed that largely restricts new non-competition agreements between employers and their employees or independent contractors. Starting on July 1, 2023, almost all non-compete
Consulting with an employment lawyer for severance agreement negotiation is strongly recommended for several reasons. An employment lawyer has specialized legal expertise in employment law and can provide guidance on your rights and protections under the law. A lawyer can also help you understand the
Not every termination counts as wrongful termination in Minnesota. There are special circumstances that a termination must meet to count as wrongful termination. In Minnesota, wrongful termination occurs when an employer fires an employee for reasons that are prohibited by law. Understanding what constitutes wrongful
Retaliation at work is illegal and should not be tolerated. Understanding how you should respond to retaliation in the workplace will help to better support any legal action you decide to pursue. In some cases, it’ll also help to protect you. Here’s a closer look
After experiencing workplace discrimination, understanding how long you have to file a claim is critical. There are time limits for filing most legal claims, which are known as statutes of limitation. Waiting too long to file a claim can result in the statute of limitations
No, your employer can’t legally fire you for filing a report of workplace discrimination. This would be considered retaliation, which is illegal. If you believe that you have been retaliated against for filing a report of workplace discrimination based on any of the characteristics identified
Minnesota law provides protections for whistleblowers who report violations of state or federal law. These protections are designed to encourage individuals to report illegal activity without any fear of retaliation from their employers. Here’s a closer look at what you should know about the legal
Judicial ethics refer to the moral and professional standards expected of judges within the legal system. It serves as a framework ensuring that judges uphold the honor, integrity, and esteem of their role, much like how lawyers are governed by their own set of professional
Reporting misconduct at work can be a challenging and sometimes frightening process, but making those reports can be critical to maintaining a safe and ethical workplace. If you believe that your employer or someone at your workplace is engaging in illegal conduct, it is important
Determining the value of a workplace discrimination/retaliation case can be complex and depends on several factors, including, but not limited to: (1) the severity of the conduct and the strength of the case; (2) the wage and benefit loss damages suffered; (3) the emotional (or
When involved in any lawsuit, it’s important to understand the differences between mediation vs. arbitration. Mediation and arbitration are both forms of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), but they differ in important ways, and the choice between the two (if available) will depend on the specific
Disability discrimination occurs when an employer treats an employee or applicant unfavorably because of his or her disability. Moreover, if an employer thinks an employee has a disability, but is mistaken and proceeds to take action against that person, those employees are protected as well.
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