Gender discrimination, also known as sex discrimination, is treating one gender less favorably than another in the workplace. This type of discrimination can take many forms. It includes treating an employee or applicant differently because of their biological sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, because they don’t conform to the employer’s gender stereotypes, or because of… Read More
What is the Minimum Wage in Ohio?
Both Ohio and federal law have minimum wage protections for employees. But Ohio’s protections are a bit different than federal law. If your employer hasn’t paid the wage you are owed, call an FLSA attorney at Bolek Besser Glesius for a free consultation. Under federal law, the minimum wage is governed by the Fair Labor… Read More
Do All Tipped Employees Have to be Paid Minimum Wage?
Lots of employees are paid at least partly in tips—waiters, bartenders, baristas, bellhops, casino employees, valets, and delivery drivers just to name a few. Ohio and federal wage laws require employers to make sure that even tipped employees receive at least the minimum wage. Tipped employees who aren’t being paid what they’re owed should talk… Read More
Does My Boss Need to Give Me a Reason for Firing Me?
Your boss does not need to give you a reason for firing you. But that doesn’t mean you can be fired for any reason. If you think you have been fired for an illegal reason, speak with the wrongful termination lawyers at Bolek Besser Glesius. What is at-will employment in Ohio? Ohio is an at-will… Read More
How Much is My Discrimination Case Worth?
There’s an old joke in law school that the answer to any legal question is “it depends.” When it comes to figuring out what a discrimination case is worth, the joke holds true. The range of discrimination and retaliation settlements varies widely because there are so many factors to consider. To understand those factors in… Read More
How Do I Prove I Have a Disability Under the ADA?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) protects employees from discrimination on the basis of disability. But the ADA is notoriously complicated. To prove disability discrimination is much harder than it sounds. To determine if you have a discrimination claim, you should speak with a Cleveland ADA lawyer at Bolek Besser Glesius. At the start, proving… Read More
What is the Sexual Harassment definition?
The legal definition of sexual harassment is unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that unreasonably interferes with an individual’s job or that creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. It is often not hard to spot workplace sexual harassment. But proving that the… Read More
What is FMLA Intermittent Leave?
Employees who need FMLA leave don’t always need it all at once. FMLA leave taken in separate blocks of time for the same qualifying reason is called “intermittent leave.” See 29 C.F.R. § 825.202(a). Intermittent leave law is complicated though. To learn about your rights and protect your job, it’s best to speak with an… Read More
