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Who Is A “key Employee” Under The Family Medical Leave Act (Fmla)?

Who is a “Key Employee” under the FMLA? Limits on certain employees’ rights to restoration after taking FMLA leave. The FMLA provides that an eligible employee is entitled to take medical leave for various reasons, such as a serious health condition, which makes an employee unable to perform the basic duties of his or her […]

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Are You Protected From Discrimination If Someone You Care For Has A Disability?

I informed my employer that I am the primary caregiver for a person with a disability, and then I was fired. Is this legal? The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits employers from discriminating against employees on the basis of disability. In addition to protecting employees from discrimination based on the employee’s own

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Mansell Law Recognized By U.s. News As Best Law Firms In America

Mansell Law has been recognized by U.S. News and Best Lawyers as “Best Law Firms in America” in two categories: Employment Law – Individuals; and, Litigation – Labor and employment. See Our Listing.  To obtain this ranking, there is a rigorous process that includes peer review, client review, and an independent analysis of the law firm.

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Everything You Need To Know About The Landmark Lgbtq Case In Front Of The Supreme Court Right Now

You’ve most likely heard that there is a major, landmark case that could impact the rights of millions in the LGBTQ community but do you know what is actually going on? We break it down for you here in laymen’s terms! On October 8, 2019, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments on three separate

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Termination of Employments

What Is A Wrongful Termination In Violation Of Public Policy Claim In Ohio?

I think I’ve been wrongfully terminated. What do I need to prove in order to bring a wrongful termination in violation of public policy claim under Ohio law? Ohio is an at-will employment state. Unfortunately, this means that for the vast majority of employees, their employer may terminate them for any reason or even no

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Reasonable Accommodation

What Is A “reasonable Accommodation” Under The Ada?

What types of accommodations are individuals able to request so that that they can perform their job despite a medical condition?  The answer is not as straightforward as you might expect.  The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, or the ADA, is one of the most complex employment laws. Our Ohio ADA Lawyers walk you through reasonable

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Morrissey V. Laurel Health Care Company: Sixth Circuit Issues Favorable Opinion On Employee’s Ada Failure To Accommodate Claim

Earlier this month (December 3, 2019), the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a favorable opinion for employee rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). In Morrissey v. Laurel Health Care Company, the plaintiff was a licensed practical nurse that was forced to quit her job because her employer would not accommodate her work restrictions, which included a reduced or

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Reassignment Accommodation

Is Job Reassignment A Reasonable Accommodation Under The Americans With Disabilities Act (ada)?

If you cannot perform your job due to a disability, and you request to be reassigned to a job you are able to perform as an ADA accommodation, can your employer make you compete for this open position with other job applicants? This likely depends on where you live. Our Columbus, Ohio ADA Disability attorneys provide a

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Employment Lawsuit

Wrongful Termination Damages And Settlements

What are the damages and employee can recover or settlement can an employee get if you sue your employer in Ohio for an employment law violation?     The answer to this question will depend on the type of legal claim you bring.  For example, discrimination lawsuits have different damages available if it involves a hostile work environment or a wrongful termination.

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Covid-19: Frequently Asked Employment Questions

The Family First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) goes into effect today: April 1, 2020. The FFCRA includes the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act and the Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act. Here are some frequently asked questions related the FFCRA and your employment: 1) What is the effective date – when must employers start

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