When a Minnesota employer receives a harassment complaint, an investigation must follow promptly. Delaying the investigation can further compound the issue and lead to legal problems for the employer. When investigating a claim, the employer needs to follow the proper...
Lawmakers in Minnesota are proposing several bills that could greatly improve working conditions for employees in the state. These bills deal with wages, accommodations for health conditions, and other important matters that concern workers. If these bills are passed,...
Managers and supervisors in Minnesota are responsible for fostering a work environment that doesn’t make employees feel threatened or uncomfortable while working. This can be challenging, but it’s important to take steps to prevent employees from behaving in ways that...
Age discrimination is an issue that remains a prevalent concern in many job fields, and encountering such unjust treatment can be an exceedingly daunting experience. The presence of such behavior could affect your career opportunities in various ways, but is it always...
Minnesota workers should be able to go to work each day without being concerned about discrimination. While most people are aware of discrimination related to religion, race, and gender, they may not know how common age discrimination is. Employers are not permitted...
Like other states, Minnesota is constantly evaluating new bills that could affect both businesses and their employees. Some of these bills are designed to benefit workers to create a more employee-friendly environment in the state. A recently proposed bill, H.F. 3456,...
All Minnesota workers have the right to work in an environment that is not hostile. While that can mean different things to different people, a hostile work environment is a legal term that is related to poor working conditions. Working day-to-day in such an...
The term reasonable accommodation can seem ambiguous, making Minnesota workers question exactly what it means in terms of helping them continue to work during a medical situation. When it comes to pregnancy, employers are required to provide reasonable accommodation...
Workers in Minnesota have a right to be paid properly for their work, based on the agreement they made at the time of employment. When an employer doesn’t pay proper wages and commits other infractions towards workers, legal action may be appropriate. A dairy farm in...
It may come as no surprise that the behaviors of all employees could have a significant influence on the state of any work environment. While you might hope that others around you will make every effort to cultivate a healthy and safe job atmosphere, sometimes things...