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Can My Service Animal Accompany Me to Work?
Employers may be required to allow a service animal in the workplace as a reasonable accommodation under the ADA, provided certain criteria
Joshua C. Black
Jul 27, 20233 min read
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Are My Political Views Protected at Work?
While the First Amendment's protections regarding free speech do not typically extend to the private workplace, employees in Phoenix, Arizon
Joshua C. Black
Jul 13, 20233 min read
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Can I Discuss My Pay Raise with Coworkers Even if the Company Frowns on It?
Discussing your salary with coworkers is generally protected by federal law. The NLRA safeguards employees' rights to engage in concerted
Joshua C. Black
Jun 15, 20233 min read
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Understanding the Distinction: At-Will Employment vs. Right to Work
While both at-will employment and right to work are prevalent in Arizona, it is crucial to distinguish between them.
Joshua C. Black
Jun 1, 20233 min read
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Top Lawyers: Joshua C Black On The 5 Things You Need To Become A Top Lawyer In Your Specific Field
I recently sat down to answer some questions about the practice of employment law with Authority Magazine.
Joshua C. Black
Apr 6, 20221 min read
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Workers’ Rights are Human Rights
By Joshua C. Black, Esq. December is Universal Human Rights Month. Established in 1948 in response to the human rights violations of WWII
Joshua C. Black
Dec 27, 20212 min read
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How to Accommodate Religion in the Workplace
By Joshua C. Black, Esq. Religious accommodations in the workplace are something many businesses must address to ensure a safe and inclusive
Joshua C. Black
Nov 9, 20212 min read
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Halloween Dos and Don’ts at the Office
By Joshua C. Black, Esq. Celebrating holidays isn’t out of the norm for many workplaces. As Halloween approaches, employees and employers ma
Joshua C. Black
Oct 25, 20213 min read
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Hispanic Heritage Month and the Workplace
By Joshua C. Black, Esq.
National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15 through October 15. Started as Hispanic
Joshua C. Black
Sep 30, 20212 min read
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Workplace Sexual Harassment in the News Again
By: Joshua C. Black, Esq. Just days ago, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo resigned from his high-profile position after being accused by nearl
Joshua C. Black
Aug 22, 20213 min read
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Can Teachers be Held Liable for COVID Outbreaks in the Classroom?
By Joshua C. Black, Esq. For the second consecutive year, teachers and students are heading back to the classroom with a global pandemic
Joshua C. Black
Jul 30, 20213 min read
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Can You Get Fired for that Instagram Post?
By: Joshua C. Black, Esq.
With the increasing popularity of social media, employees should be aware that once posted online, live there ind
Joshua C. Black
Jul 19, 20213 min read
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Combating Ageism at Work
By: Joshua C. Black, Esq. Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan bill aimed at protecting older workers by
Joshua C. Black
Jun 29, 20213 min read
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Understanding LGBTQ+ Workplace Rights
By: Joshua C. Black, Esq. Employers are now required to provide the same job opportunities and conditions for LGBTQ+ employees
Joshua C. Black
Jun 24, 20212 min read
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Are you required to include gender pronouns in your signature line at work?
The practice of adding preferred pronouns to your signature block is a trend that is picking up momentum in American workplaces.
Joshua C. Black
May 11, 20212 min read
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Will COVID-19 Erase Years of Progress for Women in the Workplace?
By: Joshua C. Black, Esq. For many women, the global pandemic left no real choice but to step away from work to manage new familial
Joshua C. Black
Apr 19, 20212 min read
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Benefits of Gender Equality in the Workplace
By: Joshua C. Black, Esq.
Today is International Women’s Day. Recognized annually on March 8, this day marks a time when countries across
Joshua C. Black
Mar 8, 20212 min read
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Racial Diversity Matters in the Workplace
By: Joshua C. Black, Esq.
Last year was unprecedented in many ways. From a global pandemic and community shutdown to an increased awareness
Joshua C. Black
Feb 8, 20213 min read
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New Administration Sets Sights on Additional Worker Benefits
By Joshua C. Black, Esq.
When Joe Biden was sworn into office on Jan. 20, 2021, he promised immediate action to help struggling Americans.
Joshua C. Black
Jan 27, 20213 min read
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Changes to Pregnancy Rights in the Workplace
By Joshua C. Black, Esq. More than 40 years ago, Congress amended the civil rights laws to cover pregnant women. The modification provided
Joshua C. Black
Jan 24, 20212 min read
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