Louisville Employment Law Blog
Examples of disability discrimination in the workplace
The workplace should be a safe, fair and considerate place for employees of all abilities and backgrounds. However, disability discrimination can unfortunately still occur. Disability discrimination can negatively impact employees, leading to a sense of exclusion from...
2 examples of reasonable accommodations
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) provides a host of legal rights and protections for employees. One example of these protections is an employee’s right to request reasonable accommodations in the workplace. In a nutshell, a reasonable accommodation is an...
Were you a victim of wrongful termination?
Cases of wrongful termination occur if you are fired from your job in a way that breaches the terms of your employment contract or violates the law. Recognizing whether your dismissal falls under this category is often challenging but is crucial for determining your...
Gender Discrimination Case: Jennifer Arbogast Partners with The Zoppoth Law Firm Against Glasgow City
Jennifer Arbogast, appointed as Glasgow's Police Chief in 2019 after starting as an officer in 2002, has taken legal action against the city for enduring gender discrimination. Despite her commendable service, she faced ongoing sexism, which the lawsuit details with...
Microaggressions are still serious in the workplace
Typically, a microaggression is defined as something that is relatively subtle and may be an everyday act, but it still has a negative impact on certain groups of people. This may be done intentionally or even unintentionally. But it can be a form of discrimination or...
4 signs of ‘quiet firing’ by your employer
Workplace retaliation is a serious concern across the United States. Labor laws protect workers from retaliation for engaging in legally protected activities such as reporting discrimination, harassment, safety violations or other unlawful behaviors. Your employer may...
3 reasons worker misclassification can harm employees
Employees in Kentucky take legal action against their employers for a variety of different issues. Sometimes, a worker experiences harassment or discrimination on the job, and they want to hold their employer legally accountable. Other times, companies may violate...
How to request a reasonable accommodation at work
If you have a medical condition and need your employer to make a change to your job or work environment to help you perform your duties, you should inform them. But how can you make such a request? Is there a wrong way to go about it? Here is how you can request a...
What to know about workers’ comp laws to protect your rights
Kentucky's workers' compensation laws are designed to provide protection and support to employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. Understanding these laws is crucial for employees. As an employee, knowing the following about workers’ compensation laws...
Do you have a right to a rest break?
In Kentucky, as in many other states, there are certain breaks built into the law. Employers are required to give workers these breaks at the correct times. Some employers are hesitant to do so because it may impact productivity, so it’s important for employees to...