by PLBH | Oct 16, 2023
The 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) firmly upholds the rights of individuals with physical, intellectual, or mental disabilities. As a critical legislation, it guarantees that these individuals enjoy the same employment opportunities and privileges as their...
by PLBH | Oct 15, 2023
Experiencing harassment in a professional environment can be distressing, and it takes immense courage to report such incidents to HR or higher management. Unfortunately, the initial relief of speaking out can be short-lived, especially when the report goes...
by PLBH | Oct 14, 2023
With the surge in home DNA test kits on television and in news articles, many individuals are diving into their ancestral histories and potentially unearthing long-lost relatives. However, the increasing involvement of businesses in genetic testing presents some...
by PLBH | Oct 13, 2023
California stands as a beacon for employee rights, boasting some of the country’s most stringent laws designed to safeguard its workforce. However, the potency of these laws can be diminished if employees remain unaware of their rights or the avenues to exercise...
by PLBH | Oct 12, 2023
The neck, while appearing straightforward, is a sophisticated structure intricately composed of bones, discs, muscles, and ligaments. It acts as a bridge between the head and the rest of the body and plays a pivotal role in movement and support. This makes it...
by PLBH | Oct 11, 2023
While sexual harassment is commonly recognized in its direct forms, there exists a more covert, yet equally damaging form known as indirect sexual harassment. The impact of such indirect instances can be as harmful, emotionally and physically, to victims as overt...
by PLBH | Oct 10, 2023
In an age where corporate culture sometimes sways towards age-based bias, understanding your rights is essential. The Age Discrimination Employment Act (ADEA) stands as a sentinel against discrimination towards workers aged 40 and above. The crux of the ADEA is clear...
by PLBH | Oct 9, 2023
For many Americans, the journey to secure Social Security disability benefits is fraught with challenges and disappointments. Startling statistics reveal that less than a third of disability claims filed without representation culminate in success. Even more...
by PLBH | Oct 8, 2023
If you’ve bravely come forward with a harassment complaint to your employer but are met with inaction, it’s essential to ensure that your concerns are clearly documented and presented. Sometimes, revisiting your initial complaint by providing additional...
by PLBH | Oct 7, 2023
Stepping into a Walmart store, the last thing on anyone’s mind is an accident. But what if you find yourself injured, perhaps from a slip and fall, in such a vast retail space? The overwhelming nature of taking on a retail behemoth like Walmart can be daunting....