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Employees of Coca-Cola Refreshments USA Inc. filed charges against their employer alleging that the company did not provide appropriate accommodations for employees who return from disability-related absences. Not only did Coke Refreshments agree to compensate the employees, it has agreed to update its accommodations policies and procedures as well as provide financial support to entities…

Earlier this month, members of the Nilges Draher staff donated blood as part of our Community Outreach Initiative. In addition, Nilges Draher will be donating $1 for every new like on our Facebook page during the month of August. The American Red Cross does more than blood donations, however. They also help with disaster relief…

Employers in Ohio and around the country are prohibited from discriminating against older workers by the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, but labor advocates say that the landmark law’s provisions have been weakened over time by the courts. A study conducted recently by the AARP reveals that the overwhelming majority of older Americans…

On August 7, 2018, Missouri voters rejected a right-to-work law that the former governor signed in 2017. While laws vary from state-to-state, right-to-work laws generally ban provisions in collective bargaining agreements requiring employees to join a union or pay dues as a condition of employment. However, some state laws do require employees to pay certain…

The United Parcel Service was found to be in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act for a policy discriminating against temporarily disabled workers. This ruling, which came down on July 27, could have ramifications in Ohio as UPS is a nationwide company. The lawsuit involved a driver who had suffered a stroke. Rather than retire or…

The first day of school is quickly approaching but summer isn’t over yet! There are sure to be several hot days to come and those with children are probably looking for something fun to do. A great way to cool off in the summer is by playing in the water. Whether its at the beach,…

A former T-Mobile employee has accused the store chain of failing to pay workers their full wages and overtime pay. A class action lawsuit has been filed in New York accusing the company of violating New York’s wage laws. The lawsuit has been subsequently removed to federal court. The class includes customer service representatives, assistant…

If you’re from Northeast Ohio, you know Cleveland is home to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Browns, the Indians, and the Cavaliers. But there are several hidden gems just waiting to be discovered. Consider taking a tour around the city and sample some local craft beers. The Cleveland Brew Bus started in…

It seems like yesterday the kids were finishing the school year, and just like that we are already preparing for a new school year! There are several stores that have their shelves stocked with supplies and a display holding the area school supply lists. With a new school year comes the requests for the coolest…

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently resolved a suit filed against California based Brea Car Wash & Detail Center for $4.2 million. The suit claimed the car wash forced its employees to clock out during slow periods but wait, on-site, unpaid until business picked up. This act violated the Fair Labor and Standard Act’s…