Join the law experts at Barrett & Farahany as they discuss the latest in employment law and aim to empower employees through education and information about rights in the workplace and beyond.
This Session’s Proposed Bills Could Impact Your Employment
The Georgia Legislature is considering several bills that could affect Georgia employees if passed. Listen to this episode of the Justice at Work podcast, where we discuss bills related to minimum wage, hospitality industry harassment, age discrimination, required paid sick leave, and more.
28 Feb 2022
Is your pay short of what the law requires?
Have you been working overtime and not getting paid for it? Overtime violations aren’t always obvious or straightforward, and hourly workers aren’t the only victims. In this Justice at Work podcast episode, Severin Roberts breaks down the three most common overtime violations. Listen now to find out if your employer owes you additional money.
18 Jan 2022
An Introduction To The GA Legislative Session
Have you heard about The Georgia Legislative Session? With the new year comes new resolutions not just for individuals but also for local government. In this first episode of our new series on the Justice at Work podcast, Grace Starling explains what this session is, how it works, and how it affects you.
20 Dec 2021
Hustle Culture is Not The Answer
As employers and employees navigate the new normal since COVID-19, there has been a considerable shift away from "hustle culture." The days of work being people's whole lives are changing, and this is an excellent opportunity to take advantage of federal protections available to you. Learn about these advantages and how you can use them in this episode of Justice at Work.
9 Nov 2021
The Barrett & Farahany Difference
As the gap between employees and employers widens, it has become increasingly important for employees to find reliable legal help. However, not every law firm is created equal, and it can be difficult for many to find the representation they need. In this episode of Justice at Work, Jaimee Hall discusses some surprising statistics and what makes our firm stand out. Listen now to discover the Barrett & Farahany difference.
27 Oct 2021
What Vaccine Mandates Mean For You
Vaccination shots are becoming mandatory for certain workers. Many of you have been sharing your concern about this mandate with us. In this episode of the podcast, Kira Fonteneau shares the answers to your most common questions.
22 Oct 2021
Racial Harassment At Home—What Should You Do?
If your neighbors are harassing you to leave your home because of your race, it can feel like you have limited options. Police officers rarely take this sort of harassment seriously, but at Barrett & Farahany, we do. Find out what your legal options are on this episode of Justice at Work, with Matt Billips.
10 Sept 2021
Why the ADA’s Guidance on Long COVID Is Significant
Even though the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has yet to address long (chronic) COVID and workers, recently issued Americans with Disabilities Act guidance could create opportunities for employees with long-hauler symptoms to seek accommodation. The ADA guidance notes that long COVID can be a disability in certain circumstances. In this episode of the Justice at Work podcast, Grace Starling discusses the significance of the ADA’s move and its likely impact on future EEOC guidance. Grace also reviews steps employees might take to request accommodation under the new guidance, gives a few examples of applicable situations, and talks about how long COVID symptoms meet the ADA’s requirement that a disability limit a major life activity.
12 Aug 2021
Actions you can take to protect your job during the pandemic
With the surge of the Delta variant, Covid in the workplace is again top of mind for many folks. Early research has shown that women and other at-risk employees have been disproportionately affected by job loss since the pandemic’s start. In this episode of Justice at Work, Adian Miller discusses some of the things we can do to protect our jobs during a time of uncertainty. One of her suggestions? Acting as your own HR department by tracking your time and making any requests for sick leave exactly according to company policy. For salaried employees, it’s also smart to be ready for reorganizations or reductions by keeping copies of your performance reviews and any data associated with your job. Listen now for more ways to protect the security of your income.
25 Jun 2021
Should You Be Getting Paid Overtime?
Overtime isn’t just for hourly workers. In this Justice at Work podcast, Severin Roberts (https://www.justiceatwork.com/our-people/v-severin-roberts) discusses common overtime wage violations and shares tips for identifying whether you could be eligible for overtime pay. Misclassified independent contractors, employees paid in cash, or salaried employees whose job duties are focused on serving customers rather than running the business, are the three most commonly overlooked workers when it comes to overtime pay. Listen now to learn why and what you can do about it!
11 May 2021
Don’t Let Fear of Rejection Hold You Back from Exploring an Employment Lawsuit
Not every employment law case will yield a sizable settlement or even be accepted by an attorney. But fear of rejection shouldn’t keep you from speaking to a lawyer about your employer’s actions and the probability of a viable case. In this latest episode of the Justice at Work podcast, Adian Miller discusses seven reasons why a case might be rejected and what you can learn from each, as well as a few alternatives for obtaining employer accountability and possible restitution. Among the issues Adian reviews are the difference between unfair and unlawful acts, statutes of limitations in employment law (some as short as 180 days), and the importance of knowing the revocation period of any severance agreement.
12 Apr 2021
Depositions Demystified: What are they and what to expect?
The Hollywood depiction of a deposition is usually a highly dramatic affair in which some new revelation comes to light that makes or breaks the case. Although they can sometimes be filled with drama, the truth is that they’re usually mundane and formal. On this episode of the Justice at Work podcast, Zachary Panter is joined by Catherine Gavrilidis to talk about the reality of depositions. They walk through the specifics of what the meeting seeks to accomplish and what you can expect if you’re a part of one.
23 Mar 2021
Equal Pay: It’s the Law
What is the Equal Pay Act of 1963 and how does it protect both women and men? In this latest episode of the Justice at Work podcast, attorneys Grace Starling and Catherine Gavrilidis define equal pay and talk about ways employees can advocate for themselves under the law. Listen as Grace and Cat also discuss the gender pay gap and Equal Pay Day, the date which marks the extra days each year it takes a woman’s pay to equal that of a man’s from the prior year. https://bit.ly/3w0BS4L (https://bit.ly/3w0BS4L)
3 Mar 2021
Can your Employer Mandate the COVID Vaccine?
In our latest Justice at Work podcast, attorney Grace Starling draws on her expertise in employment and labor law to explain employer-mandated vaccines. As COVID vaccines become widely available, it’s important to know whether or not your company can force you to get one. Listen as Grace clarifies what the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has to say, and to find out what your options are.
19 Feb 2021
FFCRA and Employees
In the January 2021 edition of the Justice at Work Podcast, Attorney Kathy Harrington-Sullivan answers frequently asked questions that clients are asking when considering opening a case. https://www.justiceatwork.com/
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