SOX’s Anti-Retaliation Protections for Whistleblowers
The short answer is no, at least not in the District of Columbia. The District of Columbia Human Rights Act (“DCHRA”) makes it unlawful to discriminate against employees on the basis of their “family responsibilities.” D.C. Code § 2-1402.11(a).
How to Report Sexual Harassment to Human Resources
If you’re thinking about reporting sexual harassment to HR, you’ve probably already tried to stop the harassment in other ways. You may have told the harasser directly to stop the harassment. Or you may have avoided the harasser as much as possible. But these responses are hard when the harasser is your
How to Fight Your Layoff and Maximize Your Severance
The short answer is no, at least not in the District of Columbia. The District of Columbia Human Rights Act (“DCHRA”) makes it unlawful to discriminate against employees on the basis of their “family responsibilities.” D.C. Code § 2-1402.11(a).
How to Fight a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)
Your employer put you on a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) because they want to make your work life miserable. They want you to quit so they don't have to fire you. Don’t resign! And don't give them a legitimate reason to fire you. Keep reading to learn how to fight a
Can My D.C. Employer Force Me to Sign a Non-Compete?
The short answer is no, at least not in the District of Columbia. The District of Columbia Human Rights Act (“DCHRA”) makes it unlawful to discriminate against employees on the basis of their “family responsibilities.” D.C. Code § 2-1402.11(a).
As an At-Will Employee, Can I Challenge My Illegal Termination?
The short answer is no, at least not in the District of Columbia. The District of Columbia Human Rights Act (“DCHRA”) makes it unlawful to discriminate against employees on the basis of their “family responsibilities.” D.C. Code § 2-1402.11(a).
Am I Entitled to Maternity Leave or Parental Leave?
Both District of Columbia and federal law provide protected leave for new mothers and working parents, as well as for employees with other family responsibilities.
Can My Employer Discriminate Against Me for Having a Family?
The short answer is no, at least not in the District of Columbia. The District of Columbia Human Rights Act (“DCHRA”) makes it unlawful to discriminate against employees on the basis of their “family responsibilities.” D.C. Code § 2-1402.11(a).