Arizona Employment Law Blog

Sexual harassment became a hot topic in employment law during the early ’90s due to the televised testimony during a controversial Supreme Court nomination. The issue came to the forefront again with the emergence of the #MeToo movement in 2017. Many employers have implemented sexual harassment programs to eliminate this problem in their workplaces, but…

Under Arizona law, your employer must reasonably accommodate your religious practices or beliefs in the workplace. If you experience discrimination, you have the right to file a legal claim. Legal protections Both state and federal laws prohibit discriminatory practices in the workplace based on religion. It is illegal to discriminate in hiring procedures, training protocols,…

New mothers face a multitude of concerns as they return to the workforce, including when and how they will express breast milk during the workday. Federal laws, however, offer them the right to reasonable accommodations. Understanding the requirements of their employers helps many new mothers ensure they have the support they need as they get…

Creating an employee handbook offers you a good opportunity to establish a good relationship with your workers. Through your handbook, you can describe the mission of the company and what you expect from your workers so they operate to their best. This could reduce the chances of lawsuits from employees and promote harmony within your…

Right-to-work laws protect the rights of workers who do not want to join a labor union. In Arizona, the right-to-work law prohibits employers from denying non-union members employment, according to the Arizona State Senate. Furthermore, employers cannot fire an employee if a union forms and he or she decides not to join. Right-to-work also helps…