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While bullying and harassment may seem similar at first glance, in spite of a few commonalities, each has a very different definition and legal significance in the U.S. workplace.

Colorado state law prevents employers from checking an applicant’s criminal history during the initial stages of the hiring process. What are the history and implications of this law?

Employees have a right to communications that advance their mutual workplace interests. To what extent are internet communications included in those rights?

Employer-provided healthcare may be canceled during FMLA leave in some situations. What conditions must be met to terminate health coverage while an employee is on leave? And should an employer do it?

Federal law prohibits religious discrimination in the workplace. What is religious discrimination and how can an employer avoid creating problems?

Is targeting your online advertisement about an open position in your organization to men under the age of 35 legal? No, federal law prohibits age and sex discrimination.

In the fall of 2017, the #MeToo movement erupted on to the national stage and continues to impact many areas of society—particularly the workplace. But have there been unintended consequences?

The right to keep and bear arms is a fundamental American value that many employees wish to exercise at their workplace.

Is your organization’s website accessible to persons with disabilities? If not, you may be putting your organization at risk.

What should a business owner do if he or she gets a negative online review?  This post will discuss how to respond. Remaining level-headed and courteous can turn a negative review into a positive for your business.