Milwaukee Employement Law Blog
Applying for unemployment benefits in Wisconsin
The Wisconsin unemployment insurance program provides financial assistance to eligible Badger State residents who are between jobs. The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development administers the employer-funded program, and the benefits unemployed individuals...
Examples of workplace religious discrimination
All workers in Wisconsin deserve to be treated with respect and dignity. Unfortunately, some employers and supervisors violate the law and discriminate against employees based on certain protected characteristics. One of those characteristics is religion; these are...
Wisconsin diabetic’s rights in the workplace
Diabetes is a chronic condition affecting thousands of people in Wisconsin and millions worldwide. If you have diabetes, knowing your workplace rights is essential for receiving the necessary accommodations and support to manage your condition effectively while on the...
Learn about ERISA and your long-term disability insurance
When you work for a company in Wisconsin that offers disability insurance, you should understand what you would need to do if you're temporarily or permanently disabled. ERISA, or the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, is a federal law affecting...
Beware of these signs of age discrimination in Wisconsin
Age discrimination is still surprisingly commonplace in the professional world. It's an issue exacerbated by the fact that the United States has an aging population. Protect your rights by learning the red flags If you're one of the many who have been in the workforce...
Combating pregnancy discrimination in the workplace
Pregnancy discrimination in the workplace is illegal yet quite common. The Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) of 1978 and the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act protect pregnant women from unfair treatment and harassment...
Is long-term disability coverage worth the cost?
Folks in Wisconsin aren't averse to planning. They plan vacations, holidays, and big events in their lives. However, one thing that few people plan for is becoming disabled. It may appear in the minds of those who work in a hazardous industry or have a family history...
Your rights at work under the Americans with Disabilities Act
People with disabilities in Wisconsin and around the country have specific rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The ADA provides specific workplace protections to workers who require accommodations due to their disability. Americans with Disabilities Act...
Your rights to a leave of absence when adopting in Wisconsin
Taking the time to bond with your adopted child is critical to their development as well as your relationship with them. Wisconsin laws recognize this, so typically, parents have a right to have some time off work to welcome their new child. FMLA leave The federal...
Oshkosh company faces lawsuit over racism and retaliation
Racial taunts, threats of physical harm, eventual termination and retaliation are the core elements of a recent federal lawsuit against a Wisconsin manufacturer. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) on Sept. 29 filed a lawsuit against Oshkosh-based...
