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The #MeToo movement significantly changed the national conversation surrounding workplace harassment and abuse of power. Employees across many industries began speaking publicly about experiences involving sex discrimination and hostile work environments that affected them professionally and emotionally. To be sure, workplace harassment laws existed long before #MeToo gained national attention. However, the movement increased awareness […]
Read moreThere have been or will be several important updates to Arizona employment law in 2025/2026. The sections below discuss several key developments and emerging issues employers should be watching closely. Arizona Minimum Wage Increased in 2026 Arizona’s statewide minimum wage increased to $15.15 per hour effective January 1, 2026, under the state’s inflation-adjustment formula established […]
Read moreA hostile work environment can make it difficult or even impossible to do your job. Many employees experience uncomfortable or unfair treatment at work, but not all situations meet the legal definition of a hostile work environment. Understanding the difference can help you protect your rights. This guide explains what a hostile work environment is, […]
Read moreJust about every job comes with at least some level of risk, but certain occupations put workers in harm’s way far more than others. Some jobs in Arizona and across the United States are far more dangerous than others, with fatality rates well above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), a government […]
Read moreLosing a job can create immediate financial stress and uncertainty. Unemployment benefits are designed to provide temporary financial assistance to workers who lose their jobs through no fault of their own. In Arizona, these benefits are administered by the Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES), which oversees the state’s unemployment insurance program. What Are Unemployment […]
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Houk Employment Attorneys has 45 years of combined experience representing businesses and individuals in matters like wrongful termination, discrimination, and unpaid wages. Our dedicated team of employment lawyers offers efficient, results-driven legal support.