Blog

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…

You have the same right to gainful employment as anyone else, despite your disability. Of course, there may be some jobs that you won’t be able to do, but if your employer is able to make reasonable accommodations for you, the Americans with Disabilities Act requires it, unless it causes your employer “undue hardship” as…

Gender equality is an issue that has been argued for years but perhaps a forgotten part of gender equality is fathers being treated equally to mothers. It is very well known, and common, that women take maternity leave after the birth or adoption of a child, but did you know that men also qualify for…

Perhaps one of the best parts of summer is the availability of fresh produce. Stark County and surrounding areas are home to several farmers’ markets. Not only do they offer fresh produce but also baked goods, homemade goods, and children’s activities. If you are looking for something fun and inexpensive to do this summer, consider…

Deciding to have children could prove to be a bad career move for women in Ohio. A recent article at a major newspaper highlighted accounts of pregnancy discrimination at large employers. One woman who worked at a commodities trading firm was told by her boss that she had nowhere to go at the workplace because…

As I was looking through the articles on Yahoo for a new blog topic, I came across this “Serena Williams is being addressed as ‘Mrs’ at Wimbledon, raising new questions about tradition” and it piqued my interest. It appears that Serena Williams being called “Mrs.” Williams is out of the norm for Wimbledon. Yahoo reported for the…