Workplace Discrimination
Workplace Discrimination Comes in Many Illegal and Harmful Forms Workplace discrimination occurs when an employer treats you unfairly based on race, gender, age, religion, disability, national origin, or other protected characteristics. Discrimination may involve hiring, firing, promotion decisions, pay disparities, or unequal job assignments. These acts create hostile environments and undermine your rights under the […]
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Addair Entsminger Explains What Sexual Harassment Looks Like at Work Sexual harassment in the workplace includes unwelcome advances, inappropriate comments, or any conduct of a sexual nature that creates a hostile work environment. It may come from supervisors, co-workers, or even clients. This behavior doesn’t have to be physical—verbal or visual harassment also qualifies. If […]
Workplace Retaliation
Addair Entsminger Explains How Retaliation Affects Employees Workplace retaliation occurs when an employer punishes an employee for exercising a legally protected right. This may include filing a discrimination complaint, reporting harassment, or participating in an investigation. Retaliation can take many forms, such as demotion, termination, reduced hours, or exclusion from meetings. If your employer penalizes […]
Understanding Age Discrimination in West Virginia
Legal Protections for West Virginia Employees Over 40 Older workers bring experience and value to the workplace — but too often, they face unfair treatment solely because of their age. If you’re 40 or older and believe your employer has passed you over, demoted you, or pushed you out based on age, you may have […]
National Origin Discrimination-Ensuring Equal Employment Opportunities
Recognizing and Reporting Illegal Conduct in West Virginia Workplaces Discrimination based on national origin is illegal — but it still happens in workplaces across West Virginia. Whether it’s unequal treatment due to your accent, ethnicity, or perceived background, national origin discrimination can derail careers and cause lasting harm. State and federal laws offer strong protections […]
Understanding the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) in West Virginia
FMLA Rights for West Virginia Workers When a serious health condition or family emergency strikes, the last thing you should have to worry about is losing your job. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) gives eligible employees the right to take unpaid, job-protected leave — but many employers still ignore or violate those rights. […]
Pregnancy Discrimination in the Workplace-Know Your Rights
Your Rights as a Pregnant Employee Under Federal and West Virginia Law Pregnancy should never cost you your job, your paycheck, or your dignity. Yet many workers still face unfair treatment when they become pregnant or request workplace accommodations. Both federal and West Virginia laws offer strong protections — but knowing how to use those […]
Understanding What Constitutes Workplace Harassment Under West Virginia Law
Addair Entsminger PLLC Defines Harassment Under WV and Federal Law Workplace harassment takes many forms — and not all of them are obvious. In West Virginia, both state and federal laws protect employees from unlawful conduct that creates a hostile or abusive work environment. Workplace harassment becomes unlawful when it is based on a protected […]
Navigating Disability Discrimination in the Workplace
Addair Entsminger PLLC Helps West Virginia Employees Navigate Protections in the Workplace Employees with disabilities are protected under both federal and West Virginia law. But many workers are unsure of what these laws actually guarantee — or how to assert their rights when employers fail to comply. If you’re facing unfair treatment because of a […]
Whistleblower Protections
Addair Entsminger PLLC Reviews What West Virginia Workers Need to Know Whistleblower protections are crucial for safeguarding workers who expose misconduct or illegal activities in the workplace. These protections are especially important for employees in West Virginia industries like mining, healthcare, and public services, where workplace safety, ethical practices, and compliance standards are critical. Knowing […]