Sexual Assault at Holiday Work Parties
Georgia employers and employees must be aware of the risks of sexual harassment at company holiday parties, especially when those events also involve the availability of alcoholic beverages. Sexual assault, however, is an entirely different issue. If you were sexually assaulted at a work event like a holiday party, you have legal options. Contact Buckley…
Read MoreAn Update on the CROWN Act
Hair is often considered an expression of one’s personal identity, heritage, and ancestry. However, many Black and brown people feel pressured to leave their natural selves behind in the interest of avoiding hair-based discrimination. According to the 2023 CROWN Workplace Research Study, Black women’s hair is more than twice as likely as white women’s hair…
Read MoreWhistleblower Retaliation Involving the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)
Whistleblowing is gaining recognition as an essential way to help ensure the transparency and integrity of public companies. However, encouraging insiders to disclose information about corporate wrongdoing would be extremely challenging to obtain without offering informants legal protection for doing so, since whistleblowers often face harsh reprisals for coming forward. Here’s an example: In 2021,…
Read MoreChallenging Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation Agreements
Non-compete and non-solicitation agreements are complex documents, and their enforceability may vary based on jurisdiction and other factors. Before signing, it’s advisable to seek legal advice to ensure you fully understand the agreement’s implications, which might significantly restrict your ability to work in a specific industry or geographic location should you leave your current job.…
Read MoreMaking a Discrimination Claim Under 42 U.S.C. §1981
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prevents an employer from discriminating against an individual based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. However, another federal law—42 U.S.C. §1981—provides additional protections to victims of race discrimination. Part of the post-Civil War Civil Rights Act of 1866, 42 U.S.C. §1981 was initially passed…
Read MoreBuckley Bala Wilson Mew LLP Named to Best Law Firms® in 2024
Buckley Bala Wilson Mew LLP is proud to announce the firm has been named to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Law Firms for 2024. We were named a Tier 1 law firm in the Atlanta, GA region for our work in Employment Law – Individuals and Litigation – Labor & Employment. In total, more than…
Read MoreWhat Does “Reasonable Accommodations” for Disabilities Actually Mean?
Federal law requires that workers who have a disability are entitled to “reasonable accommodations” provided the accommodations don’t create an undue hardship for the employer. But how must an employer reasonably accommodate a disability? Does “reasonable accommodation” just mean removing physical barriers? Can technology be considered? Can employees who are disabled be granted time off…
Read MoreBuckley Bala Wilson Mew LLP Partners Selected as 2023 Lawdragon 500 Leading Civil Rights & Plaintiff Employment Lawyers
Please join us in congratulating partners Edward Buckley, Anita Bala, Ashley Wilson Clark, Thomas J. Mew IV, and Kyle Brooks for their inclusion as 2023 Lawdragon 500 Leading Civil Rights & Employment Lawyers! The partners at Buckley Bala Wilson Mew LLP are extremely honored to be included in this sixth edition of Lawdragon’s guide. About…
Read MoreBuckley Bala Wilson Mew Partners Recognized by Best Lawyers in America® for 2024
Buckley Bala Wilson Mew LLP is proud to announce that three of our partners have been recognized by Best Lawyers in America® for 2024. The annual Best Lawyers® list highlights the work of attorneys across the globe, spanning 150 different practice areas. This year’s milestone 30th edition of Best Lawyers® reviewed more than 13 million…
Read MoreWhat to Do When You’re Facing Age Discrimination in the Workplace
Age discrimination is a serious issue that can affect anyone in the workforce, regardless of their experience or qualifications. If you believe you’re being discriminated against because of your age, it’s important to take action. Here are some steps you can take to protect your rights and ensure that you’re treated fairly in the workplace.…
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