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Sept. 2, 2021

People in Georgia have many different types of jobs. Some work part-time jobs at retail stores, restaurants or other businesses. Others work full-time at those locations, as well as construction, office settings, in the medical field, electricians, HVAC jobs and many other types of jobs.

Aug. 17, 2021

When people go to work each day in Atlanta, they usually want to focus on what they need to get done that day. The purpose of the job is to earn income and provide for themselves and their families.

Aug. 17, 2021

There are different types of protections against discrimination in the workplace, including protections against pregnancy discrimination in the workplace. It is important for workers, including pregnant workers and workers who anticipate becoming pregnant, to be familiar with employment law protections against pregnancy discrimination.

Aug. 2, 2021

Those who work in the service industry in Georgia often rely on tips to supplement their wages. Therefore, it is important for them to understand what their rights are regarding tipping and how the tipping culture in the U.S. is changing.

July 19, 2021

Employers face the risk of lawsuits and turmoil for their workers if they do not take steps to prevent workplace harassment or promote a harassment-free workplace. Sexual harassment, in particular, is an ongoing and often unreported problems in many workplaces.

July 16, 2021

Workplace discrimination occurs all the time. Unfortunately, the sad reality is that many times when workers, including those in upper management and at the executive level, report discrimination they are retaliated against by their employer.

July 8, 2021

A person’s faith is a core part of their identity. Suffering religious discrimination in the workplace is a distressing, traumatic experience.

June 21, 2021

Living with a disability can present employment-related challenges for a Georgia resident. Although disabled workers can do many different types of work, they are often perceived as incapable by individuals who fail to understand their true qualities and capacities to achieve.

June 10, 2021

Retaliation and whistleblowing are two concepts that are often related in employment law. Separately or together, they can provide important ways for workers to protect their rights.

June 8, 2021

Losing a job can be an overwhelming experience for an Atlanta resident. If they have a family and people depending on them and their income, they can feel both economic and personal stress about their termination.