When workplace retaliation takes place, employees are left with many questions. The first many often ask is “who is responsible for what I’m going through?” Many people may assume the company itself is the only party that is responsible. But Ohio law takes a broader...
At-will employment in Ohio usually means your employer can end your job at almost any time and for many reasons. Still, this rule has limits. Certain laws protect you from unfair or illegal termination, especially when the termination involves discrimination or...
You may have years of experience, strong job knowledge and a steady record at work. Even so, those strengths might sometimes turn into quiet barriers. A manager might call you "overqualified" for a promotion, a new project or a training opportunity. The word may sound...
If you are involved in a breach of contract dispute in Ohio, a contingency arrangement may or may not be realistic depending on several factors specific to your claim. Knowing how these agreements work can help you understand what your options are. Do contingency fees...
Sometimes the decision to resign is not much of a decision at all. When workplace conditions become so difficult that staying is no longer realistic, Ohio law may treat that resignation as something closer to a termination. Understanding when this occurs can help you...
Building a business is exciting — until a structural mistake or unexpected dispute puts momentum at risk. Business structure selection does not just shape daily operations, it can determine personal liability and risk when a dispute arises. As a result, entrepreneurs...
You recently transferred to a new role at work. Because of a known physical disability, you need to request an accommodation to perform your job effectively. Asking for help can feel stressful. You may worry about retaliation or losing your position. Understanding...
Maybe you were fired after reporting sexual harassment or for poor production. You push back only to have your employer say that in Ohio, employers can fire you for pretty much any reason they like. Although there is some truth to the statement, there are exceptions....
Interviewing for a new role is stressful enough without being asked when you plan to start a family. While federal law does not explicitly list "Are you planning to have kids?" as an illegal question, the way an organization uses that information almost certainly...
You work hard for your paycheck. Unfortunately, many Ohio workers lose money every day because of unfair pay practices. Wage theft occurs when an employer fails to pay you the full amount you legally earned. The Economic Policy Institute (EPI) reports that 2.4 million...