Taking Matters Into Your Own Hands: How to Represent Yourself in Arizona

Navigating an employment dispute can feel complicated, especially when your job, income, or professional reputation is on the line. While many workers choose to hire an attorney to represent them, Arizona law allows individuals to advocate for themselves in certain employment law matters.  This approach, known as “pro se” representation, can be practical in limited […]

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Holding Employers Accountable for Medical (FMLA) and Disability (ADA) Discrimination

Employees who are managing serious health conditions or disabilities are protected from workplace discrimination under federal law. If you’ve been treated unfairly at work because of a medical condition or disability, you have rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  What Do the FMLA and ADA […]

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What Does Discrimination Based on Race, Color, or National Origin Mean?

Discrimination in the workplace based on race, color, or national origin is unlawful. Such discrimination involves the unfair or unequal treatment of individuals or groups due to their racial or ethnic background, skin color, or the country/culture they come from.  These forms of workplace discrimination are prohibited under several federal and state laws, most notably […]

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Know Your Rights: A Guide to Labor Laws for Employees

As an employee, your civil rights in the workplace protect you from discrimination and unlawful treatment. Importantly, both federal and state laws provide broad legal protections for workers. These rules cover everything from fair pay and overtime to workplace safety, harassment, and retaliation for reporting misconduct. If you believe your employer has violated your rights, […]

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Can I Be Fired for Any Reason if I Am an “At-Will” Employee in Arizona?

Many workers in Arizona are considered “at-will” employees. That means they don’t have a contract guaranteeing their employment for a specific period of time. Under the at-will rule, your employer can terminate your job at any time and for almost any reason. However, “almost any reason” doesn’t mean any reason. Both state and federal laws […]

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