Employment Law

Speaking up about problems at work can feel risky. Your job and your reputation may feel like they are on the line. Many workers in Rhode Island ask if they can report issues without sharing their name. Anonymous reporting may feel safer, but the rules around it are...

A sudden drop in hours or a shift in your role after you raise a pay issue can point to possible retaliation. You may start to notice drastic changes that did not exist before, and that timing can feel hard to ignore. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission...

Going back to work after having a baby can feel different than before. If you are breastfeeding or need to pump milk, your schedule may change. Rhode Island law gives nursing parents certain workplace protections. The goal is simple. You should be able to continue...

If you spoke up at work and something feels off afterward, you are not alone in questioning what changed. Many Rhode Island employees second-guess their instincts when work conditions shift after a complaint or formal request. Retaliation often begins in quiet ways...

Receiving a severance agreement after losing a job can feel like a lifeline. It can offer some financial cushion during a stressful time. But before you sign, it’s critical to pause and understand exactly what doing so entails. A severance package is a trade. Your...

Employees who become aware of inappropriate company conduct are in a difficult position. Some professionals try to report the matter internally, only to face retaliation from their employer. Others may go directly to regulatory authorities. In specific circumstances,...

American workers have the right to take unpaid leave from their jobs for a variety of reasons – mostly related to health and family matters. Unlike most industrialized countries, however, paid leave is typically not required in the U.S. – at least not under the...

Becoming a whistleblower is usually not an easy decision. Employees who discover that companies have done something illegal may feel anxious about reporting their concerns. However, doing so may be the most ethical option. It may also be beneficial for the company in...

Workers rely on their jobs for income and benefits. Their employment can also contribute to their self-esteem and self-perception. The sudden loss of a job can be traumatic on an emotional level. People may question their worth. Job loss can also be devastating on a...

Some employees have comprehensive employment benefits packages that include paid leave. They can schedule vacations or take sick days as necessary. Some employees even have access to paid parental leave after the birth of a child. Unfortunately, some people find...