The need to protect Wisconsin workers attempting to balance family responsibility with jobs and careers is the reason why the state enacted its Family Medical Leave Act in 1988. The law prevents worker discrimination for taking family leave or medical leave. Five...
Month: June 2015
Overtime pay rights may be expanded soon
The Fair Labor Standards Act may soon see revisions as President Barack Obama and other key politicians call for more employees to be eligible for overtime pay. While the proposed federal law is receiving backlash from business owners, it would mean more equitable pay...
Appealing a denied Social Security disability insurance claim
Anyone in Wisconsin who is looking to appeal a Social Security disability benefits denial should contact an attorney. An attorney will know the system and be able to help you fight for your benefits.Filing for Social Security disability insurance can be a challenging,...
What can I do if my long-term benefits are denied?
We hope that you never have to learn about your long-term disability benefits by having to call upon them. But unfortunately, the reason why such benefits exist is because sometimes people just like you can find themselves suffering from an injury or illness that...
Jennifer Allen named 2015 Woman in the Law by Wisconsin Law Journal
The firm congratulates Jennifer Allen on being named a 2015 Woman in the Law by the Wisconsin Law Journal. Allen was one of 30 female lawyers in the State recognized by the Journal for making a mark on the legal profession, especially in her advocacy for and...
How do I file a whistle-blower retaliation case in Wisconsin?
When you see the company you work for engaging in shady — or downright illegal — practices, it can seem intimidating to report it. The federal government has whistle-blower laws protecting workers who would bring unethical practices to light. In addition,...
What rules apply to service animals?
Often, Americans with disabilities will rely on a service animal to help them perform everyday tasks. The most common example is a service dog leading a blind person. These animals are protected by the Americans with Disability Act to be able to go anywhere their...
Long-Term Effects of Strokes
While most associate having a stroke with being in the later years of life, the truth is strokes can happen to just about anyone. In fact, one out of every three deaths in Wisconsin are related to either strokes or heart disease, many of whom are under the age of 65....
What is a Bad Faith Disability Claim Denial Lawsuit?
When you are dealing with claiming disability, having the insurance company act unfairly toward you can be a huge setback. Not acting expeditiously and justly towards clients is called "acting in bad faith." This is not only aggravating, it is illegal.In essence, an...