How It Protects Whistleblowers From Retaliation In addition to federal laws, there are protections at the state level to shield whistleblowers from workplace retaliation. Their effectiveness varies by state, but the law in New Jersey is one of the strongest. Protected Activities Under the New Jersey Conscientious Employee Protection Act […]
Category: Workplace Discrimination
How They Protect NJ and PA Workers Against Discrimination There are a number of laws that prevent workplace discrimination at the federal level—including Title VII (also known as the Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination and Employment Act. But states have their […]
How It Protects Employees From Workplace Retaliation If you work for state or local government or a publicly funded group in Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Whistleblower Law protects you from workplace retaliation if you make a report regarding waste, fraud, or abuse at work. “Retaliation” refers to any action taken against […]
The Criminal History Record Information Act Protects Your Rights Under ideal circumstances, once you’ve been convicted for a crime and served your sentence, your punishment should be over. You should be able to go on to build a new life and contribute to society in a positive way. However, for […]
Maybe. But There Are Exceptions. The COVID-19 vaccine is finally becoming available in the United States. But to be truly effective, a large percentage of the population has to be willing to take it. Some people may not have a choice, however. Companies across the country are considering whether to […]