Like physician contracts in every other state, Minnesota physician contracts don’t typically lead to litigated disputes. That’s due in large part to how loosely both the doctor and the employer are bound in most contracts on critical points like resignation or severance. Contracts generally allow the employer to terminate the relationship on notice of a month or two, even without giving or having any reason, and there’s usually a reciprocal … [Read more...]
How Gender and Culture Impact Communication in the Workplace
Miscommunication in the office leads to a multitude of issues. It can cause inefficiency, hurt feelings, and even lawsuits. By keeping in mind the different conversational tools different individuals use, miscommunication in the workplace (and in subsequent legal disputes) can be mitigated. Miscommunication: Rapport v. Report Talk The goal of rapport talk is to establish a connection or build a relationship. The topic of conversation is … [Read more...]
5 Surprising Examples of Workplace Age Discrimination
Here are five examples of how and where age bias affects employees: 1. Age bias outside of tech The tech industry has been stereotyped as work for younger generations, and sure enough, we have seen numerous examples of tech companies or tech jobs being filled by younger workers while older workers are baselessly pushed out. This kind of age bias, however, is by no means limited to the tech industry or IT jobs. Layoffs and downsizing continue to … [Read more...]
EEOC Charge Filing Requirement Is Not Jurisdictional
The United States Supreme Court ruled today in a unanimous decision in Fort Bend County, Texas v. Davis, that the Title VII EEOC requirement set forth at 42 U.S.C. §2000e(5)(1), (f) (1), that a plaintiff first file a charge of discrimination before commencing litigation is not a “jurisdictional” barrier to bringing suit. Therefore, when plaintiffs have not complied with this requirement and defendant(s) have not timely objected, a discrimination … [Read more...]
Are You an Employee or Independent Contractor? Does It Matter?
Misclassified employees are often denied benefits and protections they are entitled to by law. Employers that mistakenly or deliberately misclassify workers to reduce costs and avoid the burden of certain employment laws can be liable for all back taxes plus any applicable penalties and interest. Employee or Independent Contractor? An independent contractor is someone who generally works independently and controls when and how they work. Under … [Read more...]
