Employment Law

Have you experienced negative consequences after raising a workplace concern? That could be workplace retaliation. Workplace retaliation can be subtle and hard to tell. It often takes the form of inappropriate jokes and snide remarks. Unfortunately, some even go as...

Workplace harassment is a type of unjust behavior that can take on many forms and fashions, and such issues continue to affect the lives of far too many individuals. Whether you are an employer or employee, you may wish to take steps to stave off such behavior, but...

Minnesota employers are often aware of the implications of maintaining a safe workplace, which includes preventing workplace harassment and discrimination. This includes fostering an environment that is psychologically safe for workers. Maintaining a psychologically...

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...