On behalf of Fox & Fox, S.C. | Aug 25, 2017 | Firm News, Wrongful Termination
Employees are protected from unfair firing by various federal and state laws. In the event that an employer decides to fire a worker, the company should be able to demonstrate that the firing was not a result of discrimination. If not, the business could potentially...
On behalf of Fox & Fox, S.C. | Aug 17, 2017 | Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Firm News
At any time, a person in Wisconsin might find themselves needing to take time away from a job in order to tend to a personal or family matter. In some situations, such leave is provided under either the state or federal family and medical leave laws. While the concept...
On behalf of Fox & Fox, S.C. | Aug 10, 2017 | Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Firm News
For individuals suffering with addiction, treatment has not always been easy to come by. Persons with addictions face stigma, lack of access and concerns about losing their job. Substance use disorder is a protected disability under the Americans with Disabilities...
On behalf of Fox & Fox, S.C. | Aug 8, 2017 | blog, Firm News
Working in an at-will state like Illinois means employers can fire you for any reason they see fit. They do not have to provide you with prior notice before dismissing you from your position. This can make it hard for you to know if there was justification for your...
On behalf of Fox & Fox, S.C. | Aug 3, 2017 | Firm News, Wage & Hour Laws
State government is looking at ways to become more cost effective for big budget projects. Currently, the Wisconsin legislature is considering changes to prevailing wage and hour laws, citing imperfect methods of computing the prevailing wage. Proponents of the change...
