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Navigating The Federal Employee Grievance Process

Navigating the Federal Employee Grievance Process

  • March 1, 2023
  • Christopher Vaughn
  • Employment Disputes

Navigating the federal employee grievance process can be a daunting task. If you are an employee of a federal agency and have an issue that needs addressing, it’s essential to be aware of the rules and regulations governing filing grievances…

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Questions To Ask Your Lawyer If You Have An Employment Claim

Questions to Ask Your Lawyer if You Have an Employment Claim

  • January 15, 2023
  • Christopher Vaughn
  • Employment Disputes

If you have experienced workplace issues, such as wrongful termination, discrimination, or harassment, you likely need legal help to resolve your employment claim. An employment law attorney can help you understand your rights and fight for the best outcome. You…

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Seven Common Signs Of Employee Misclassification

Seven Common Signs of Employee Misclassification

  • July 15, 2022
  • Christopher Vaughn
  • Employment Disputes

There are two classifications of employees - independent contractors and employees. How a service provider is classified has significant implications for the employee and employer. Misclassifying employees is illegal. There are tax revenue considerations, and companies that engage in this…

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How Hostile Work Conditions Could Impact Mental Health 

How Hostile Work Conditions Could Impact Mental Health 

  • November 5, 2021
  • Christopher Vaughn
  • Employment Disputes

Most of us have experienced a workplace where hostility or working conditions were unfavorable to being our best selves. When this treatment is to an extreme, it is time to take action.   Knowing that your work is your source of…

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When Is Favoritism Illegal?

When Is Favoritism Illegal?

  • August 19, 2021
  • Christopher Vaughn
  • Employment Disputes, Employment Law

In an ideal world, all workplaces would work on a purely meritocratic basis. Under such a system, promotions and pay would be determined by work ethic, achievement, and results. We all know that we don’t live in an ideal world,…

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Do Employees Who Use Medical Marijuana Have Any Legal Protections?

Do Employees Who Use Medical Marijuana Have Any Legal Protections?

  • July 11, 2021
  • Christopher Vaughn
  • Disciplinary Actions, Employment Disputes, Employment Law

Medical marijuana is now legal in some form in more than two-thirds of the country, including Georgia, but the laws governing its use are not necessarily in agreement with the laws concerning employee protections for medical marijuana use. Unlike many…

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How Employees Can Protect Themselves From Workplace Retaliation

How Employees Can Protect Themselves from Workplace Retaliation

  • June 8, 2021
  • Christopher Vaughn
  • Employment Disputes, Employment Law, Whistleblowers

Under both federal and Georgia state law, employers are prohibited from retaliating against an employee that engages in a protected action, which includes filing a complaint, testifying against an employer, or reporting an employer for workplace discrimination or harassment. But…

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Top 4 Tips For Filing An HR Complaint Against Your Georgia Employer

Top 4 Tips for Filing an HR Complaint Against Your Georgia Employer

  • November 5, 2020
  • Christopher Vaughn
  • Employment Disputes

If you have encountered mistreatment in the workplace or misconduct by your Georgia employer, you may need to consider filing a complaint with your employer’s human resources department. Many employees in your position choose to take action after a violation…

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FAQs About Filing An Age Discrimination Claim In Georgia

FAQs About Filing an Age Discrimination Claim in Georgia

  • September 10, 2020
  • Christopher Vaughn
  • Employment Disputes

When you think of discrimination in the workplace, you might assume that the most common and egregious misconduct is based upon race, sex, gender, or national origin. However, statistics reported by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) reveal that age…

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How Long Does A Georgia Employment Discrimination Case Take?

How Long Does a Georgia Employment Discrimination Case Take?

  • June 19, 2020
  • Christopher Vaughn
  • Employment Disputes

Employment discrimination occurs when an employer treats one or more employees differently based upon certain characteristics, such as race, sex, age, ethnicity, religion, and many others. These practices are unlawful under the Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of…

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