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  • ADEA

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    • What Is the Gender Pay Gap in 2023?

      What Is the Gender Pay Gap in 2023? For decades, the gender pay gap has persisted in the U.S. While ...
    • 8 Facts About Age Discrimination in the Workplace

      Age discrimination against workers older than 40 years old is illegal under the Age Discrimination ...

    Affordable Care Act

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    • Are Benefits Part of Your Salary?

      Yes. Most companies include benefits as part of your overall compensation. Sometimes, a starting ...
    • How the Affordable Care Act Impacts Immigrants and their Families

      With the passage of the Affordable Care Act (also known as “Obamacare”), U.S.-born citizens are ...
    • Affordable Care Act Questions

      I have been getting a lot of questions from my clients about how the Affordable Care Act (a.k.a. ...

    Age Discrimination

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    • How to Identify Age Discrimination at Work

      Age discrimination can significantly and adversely affect an employee’s career, self-esteem, and ...
    • 5 Social Media Mistakes to Avoid as a Tennessee Employee

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    • 3 Reasons to Hire an Employment Law Attorney

      When to Consider Hiring an Employment Law Attorney While no one is above the law, employment law ...

    Arbitration Agreements

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    • Is It the End of Forced Arbitration?

      You may have read our blog, “ Can Your Employer Make You Sign an Arbitration Agreement? ” Soon, the ...
    • Can Your Employer Make You Sign an Arbitration Agreement?

      Simply put, yes. Thanks to at-will employment, your employer can rescind an employment offer or fire ...

    At-Will Employment

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    • Can My Boss Fire Me for Having a Bad Personality?

      Can My Boss Fire Me for Having a Bad Personality? The world of employment can be stressful, ...
    • Can My Boss Fire Me if I'm Hospitalized?

      Can My Boss Fire Me if I’m Hospitalized? While no one plans to get injured or sick, life can be ...
    • 5 Social Media Mistakes to Avoid as a Tennessee Employee

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    Breach of Contract

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    • Can My Boss Fire Me for Having a Bad Personality?

      Can My Boss Fire Me for Having a Bad Personality? The world of employment can be stressful, ...
    • 5 Social Media Mistakes to Avoid as a Tennessee Employee

      Avoiding Social Media Mistakes as a Tennessee Worker In today’s digital age, technology shapes more ...
    • Can My Boss Fire Me for a Social Media Post?

      Can You Get Fired for What You Post on Social Media? Recent data revealed that 72% of Americans are ...

    Car Accident

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    • What to Do after a Car Accident

      Car accidents can be a traumatic experience, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what to ...
    • Who Is Liable for Rear-End Car Accidents?

      It may seem simple to determine fault in a rear-end collision, but it can be anything but easy. It’s ...
    • What Do the Top 10 Causes of Distracted Driving Have in Common?

      Distracted driving is rapidly growing to be the leading cause of car accident related injuries and ...

    Carbon Monoxide

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    • Avoiding Carbon Monoxide Exposure: Have You Had Your Appliances Checked?

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    • Carbon Monoxide Safety Tips

      Over the past several months, the country has faced some truly brutal weather. As I was talking with ...
    • Does Tennessee Require Landlords To Have Carbon Monoxide Detectors?

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    Claim Management

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    • I was just contacted by GENEX, Allsup, or another disability claim management company that offered free legal representation to help me with my Social Security claim. What are my rights?

      GENEX, Allsup, and other disability claim management companies are hired by your long term ...

    Class Action

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    • Class Action May Allow For Reinstatement of Social Security Benefits For Individuals Who Had Their Benefits Wrongfully Terminated Because Of Outstanding Warrants

      In the recent Second Circuit case of Clark v. Astrue, the Administration was found to have ...
    • Memphis Property Tax Class Action Reaches Settlement

      Memphis Property Tax Class Action Reaches Settlement A $7.4 million settlement has been reached in ...

    Commercial Appeal

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    • Federal Safety Net: Overlooking The Poor In Favor Of The Middle Class?

      The Commercial Appeal just ran an interesting editorial by Catherine Rampell about the effect the ...

    Commission-Based Employees

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    • What Are the Drawbacks of Commission-Based Work?

      Although commission-based work can bring unlimited earning potential, it can be stressful and ...

    Congress

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    • Los Angeles Times Reporting Deal to Extend Unemployment Benefits May Include Some Reduction in the Social Security Disability Program

      According to a January 10, 2014 editorial by Michael Hilzik with the Washington Times, Congress is ...

    Criminal Defense

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    • Can My Tennessee Criminal Record Be Expunged?

      A criminal conviction on your record can lead to serious negative consequences further down the ...

    Criminal Record

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    • Can My Tennessee Criminal Record Be Expunged?

      A criminal conviction on your record can lead to serious negative consequences further down the ...

    DACA

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    • Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals: It's Time to Renew!

      Under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, individuals must renew their DACA ...
    • Tennessee Passes Bill Allowing In-State Tuition for U.S. Citizen Children of Undocumented Parents

      On April 7, 2014, the Tennessee House of Representatives passed House Bill 1929, which recognizes ...
    • USCIS Releases Updated Guidance and Statistics on DACA Program

      Last week, USCIS published updated FAQs on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (“DACA”) ...

    Disability

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    • Can My Boss Fire Me if I'm Hospitalized?

      Can My Boss Fire Me if I’m Hospitalized? While no one plans to get injured or sick, life can be ...
    • Pros & Cons of Disclosing a Disability at Work

      How to Disclose a Disability to a Tennessee Employer In the wake of a global pandemic, it’s no ...
    • Can Employees Request Accommodations for Mental Health?

      Can Employees Request Workplace Accommodations for Mental Health Conditions? In today’s America, a ...

    Disability Claim

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    • Can My Employer Deny Disability Leave?

      Trying to manage a serious disability or illness while working year-round can be next to impossible ...
    • Attorney Robert Donati Reviews Tennessee's DDS Scams in New Article

      As a Memphis Social Security disability attorney, Robert Donati has made it his mission to help ...
    • What to Expect During an Administrative Hearing

      Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) allows injured workers to get help supporting themselves ...

    Discrimination

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    • Can My Boss Fire Me if I'm Hospitalized?

      Can My Boss Fire Me if I’m Hospitalized? While no one plans to get injured or sick, life can be ...
    • Is Gaslighting Illegal at Work?

      Is Gaslighting Illegal at Work? From sexual harassment to retaliation, workplace misconduct can take ...
    • Pros & Cons of Disclosing a Disability at Work

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    DOMA

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    • DHS Releases Updated Guidance on Same-Sex Immigration Benefits

      On July 1, 2013, the Department of Homeland Security released updated guidance on immigration ...
    • Repeal of DOMA Could Benefit Same-Sex Married Couples

      Recently, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in United States v. Windsor, a case that challenged ...

    DREAM Act

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    • USCIS Releases Updated Guidance and Statistics on DACA Program

      Last week, USCIS published updated FAQs on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (“DACA”) ...
    • New Obama Policy Gives Hope to DREAMers

      On June 15, 2012, President Obama announced a new immigration enforcement policy, benefiting young ...

    EITC

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    • My child is drawing SSI benefits and I am going to receive a tax refund under the Earned Income Tax Credit. Will my EITC refund be counted as a resource in reducing his SSI benefits?

      In determining the amount a claimant receives for SSI benefits, the SSA considers the household ...
    • Social Security Disability and the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC): Beware Tax Preparers and Promises of Big Refunds

      In my practice over the past several years, there has been a growing and troubling source of ...

    Employee Misclassifications

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    • What Constitutes Sedentary Work in 2023?

      What Constitutes Sedentary Work in 2023? In the evolving American workforce, the concept of ...
    • When Are Unpaid Internships Illegal in Tennessee?

      When Are Unpaid Internships Illegal in Tennessee? Internships have been a popular and effective way ...
    • 3 Reasons to Hire an Employment Law Attorney

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    Employment Law

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    • How to Report Racial Discrimination at Work

      Racial discrimination in the workplace is a serious matter that violates both federal and state ...
    • What Is Wrongful Termination?

      Wrongful termination occurs when an employer fires an employee in violation of the laws, employment ...
    • Can My Employer Fire Me for Filing a Workers' Compensation Claim?

      Tennessee law protects employees from retaliation for filing a workers' compensation claim. Despite ...

    Employment Termination

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    • Can I Be Fired for Applying for Another Job?

      Employee mobility is a natural part of career advancement. However, the process of finding new ...
    • Can My Boss Fire Me if I'm Hospitalized?

      Can My Boss Fire Me if I’m Hospitalized? While no one plans to get injured or sick, life can be ...
    • 5 Social Media Mistakes to Avoid as a Tennessee Employee

      Avoiding Social Media Mistakes as a Tennessee Worker In today’s digital age, technology shapes more ...

    Estate Law

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    • What is a Conservatorship?

      A conservatorship is the legal process by which the court removes decision-making responsibilities ...

    Expungement

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    • Can My Tennessee Criminal Record Be Expunged?

      A criminal conviction on your record can lead to serious negative consequences further down the ...

    Fair Credit Reporting Act

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    • Fair Credit Reporting Act Violations

      The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) is a federal law governing background checks. The background ...
    • Fair Debt Collection Practices Act

      Too often individuals who have lost their jobs or who have suffered major medical problems and now ...

    Family and Medical Leave Act

    The latest posts for Family and Medical Leave Act are listed below.
    • Can My Boss Fire Me if I'm Hospitalized?

      Can My Boss Fire Me if I’m Hospitalized? While no one plans to get injured or sick, life can be ...
    • What Does Pregnancy Discrimination Look Like at Work?

      What Does Pregnancy Discrimination Look Like at Work? Although pregnancy discrimination is illegal ...
    • Can I Take Medical Leave for Mental Health?

      Yes. Mental health conditions can qualify as serious health conditions under the Family and Medical ...

    FAQ

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    • Can My Boss Fire Me if I'm Hospitalized?

      Can My Boss Fire Me if I’m Hospitalized? While no one plans to get injured or sick, life can be ...
    • 12 Questions to Impress Potential Employers in 2023

      Best Questions to Ask in a Job Interview in 2023 During a job interview, asking good questions is ...
    • Frequently Asked Questions About Leave & Break Rights

      If you are an employee, then you are probably given breaks during a regular shift and some sort of ...

    FLSA

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    • When Are Unpaid Internships Illegal in Tennessee?

      When Are Unpaid Internships Illegal in Tennessee? Internships have been a popular and effective way ...
    • 4 Things Companies Don’t Want Hourly Employees to Know

      Need-to-Know Information for Hourly Employees In addition to state-specific employment laws, our ...
    • Donati Law, PLLC Wins One of the Top 100 Wage & Hour Violation Settlements in the United States in 2020

      Donati Law, PLLC recovered $360,000 for bus drivers with the Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) ...

    Fraud

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    • Qui Tam Claims and Health Care Fraud, Part 4: Fake Health Care Providers

      Health care fraud is also committed by individuals who have no formal connection to the medical ...
    • Qui Tam Claims and Health Care Fraud, Part 3: Unnecessary Treatments

      Another way health care providers might commit healthcare fraud is by billing for unnecessary ...
    • Qui Tam Claims and Health Care Fraud, Part 1

      In 2003, two whistleblowers brought a qui tam suit against British pharmaceutical company ...

    Gender Discrimination

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    • 5 Signs of Sexual Harassment at Work That Go Unnoticed

      Sexual Harassment at Work: A Guide for Tennessee Workers In Tennessee, sexual harassment in the ...
    • 3 Reasons to Hire an Employment Law Attorney

      When to Consider Hiring an Employment Law Attorney While no one is above the law, employment law ...
    • 5 Tips for Women to Strengthen Their Negotiation Skills

      How Can Female Employees Sharpen Their Negotiation Skills? Whether we realize it or not, implicit ...

    Government Shutdown

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    • How will the government shutdown impact the Social Security Administration?

      At this time the Social Security field offices will be open. However, they will only provide limited ...

    Health

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    • Can I Take Medical Leave for Mental Health?

      Yes. Mental health conditions can qualify as serious health conditions under the Family and Medical ...
    • Amazon Mishandles Paid and Unpaid Leave Across the Country

      Amazon has a wealth of human resources (HR) problems but its deeply flawed leave system is one of ...
    • Why Aren't Unemployed Employees Going Back to Work?

      Although 9.7 million people are actively seeking employment, businesses have reported major labor ...

    ICE

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    • September 2014 Visa Bulletin

      The September 2014 Visa Bulletin has been published. For employment-based visas, EB-2 India ...
    • August 2014 Visa Bulletin

      The U.S. Department of State has issued the August 2014 Visa Bulletin. Compared to the July 2014 ...
    • July 2014 Visa Bulletin

      The July 2014 Visa Bulletin is now live! In the employment-based categories, progress was seen for ...

    Immigration

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    • Exploring Immigration Policy Through Latin American Lenses: Insights from Bryce Ashby's Research

      Focusing on pivotal events in Latin American history, this book investigates the migration patterns ...
    • Can an Immigration Attorney Expedite the Family Immigration Process?

      The never-ending backlog of green cards for family-based immigrants has become an increasingly ...
    • Do Employment Visa Holders Need to Find a New Job Immediately Once Unemployed?

      Losing a job can be a stressful and uncertain time for anyone, but it can come with additional ...

    Immigration Law

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    • Can an Immigration Attorney Expedite the Family Immigration Process?

      The never-ending backlog of green cards for family-based immigrants has become an increasingly ...
    • Do Employment Visa Holders Need to Find a New Job Immediately Once Unemployed?

      Losing a job can be a stressful and uncertain time for anyone, but it can come with additional ...
    • Q Visas for Cultural Exchange Visitors

      The Q visa category is for foreign nationals coming to the U.S. solely for the purpose of sharing ...

    Immigration Reform

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    • Can an Immigration Attorney Expedite the Family Immigration Process?

      The never-ending backlog of green cards for family-based immigrants has become an increasingly ...
    • Obama, Senators Push for Bipartisan Comprehensive Immigration Reform

      Obama, Senators Push for Bipartisan Comprehensive Immigration Reform On January 28, 2013, a group of ...

    Independent Contractor

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    • What Are the Drawbacks of Commission-Based Work?

      Although commission-based work can bring unlimited earning potential, it can be stressful and ...
    • What To Do If Someone Doesn’t Pay an Invoice

      Even if you’re not an employee, you have the right to fair compensation. Before you start work as an ...
    • Eberline v. Media Net: Court Grants Class Certification

      On October 24, 2013, the Southern District of Mississippi granted Plaintiff Steven Eberline's motion ...

    Insurance

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    • Can Your Car Insurance Company Charge You a $200 Deductible for Property Damage in Tennessee?

      Oftentimes people are involved in automobile accidents where, luckily, no one is injured. Whether it ...
    • Medicare Eligibility and Social Security: Am I eligible for Medicare?

      If you qualify for disability benefits, then you will also qualify for some time of health insurance ...

    jones act

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    • Examples of Negligence in Jones Act Cases

      Examples of Negligence in Jones Act Cases In order to succeed with a Jones Act claim for personal ...
    • Who Can Bring a Claim for Workplace Injuries under the Jones Act?

      In order to have a claim for workplace injuries under the Jones Act, an employee must qualify as a ...
    • Requirements for a Successful Jones Act Claim

      In order to be successful on a claim under the Jones Act, an individual must establish each of the ...

    Leave & Break Rights

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    • Can I Take Medical Leave for Mental Health?

      Yes. Mental health conditions can qualify as serious health conditions under the Family and Medical ...
    • Amazon Mishandles Paid and Unpaid Leave Across the Country

      Amazon has a wealth of human resources (HR) problems but its deeply flawed leave system is one of ...
    • Why Aren't Unemployed Employees Going Back to Work?

      Although 9.7 million people are actively seeking employment, businesses have reported major labor ...

    LGBT

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    • LGBTQ Workers Gain Protection Nationwide

      While sexual orientation has been a protected characteristic in some states for many years, the ...
    • DHS Releases Updated Guidance on Same-Sex Immigration Benefits

      On July 1, 2013, the Department of Homeland Security released updated guidance on immigration ...

    Local News

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    • Proposed Law Would Give School Nurses a Raise

      School nurses kept schools running during the COVID-19 pandemic, but their salaries are ...

    Long Term Disability

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    • Can Employees Request Accommodations for Mental Health?

      Can Employees Request Workplace Accommodations for Mental Health Conditions? In today’s America, a ...
    • Can A Long-Term Disability Company Require Me To File For Social Security?

      The answer is likely yes. Though Long-term Disability (LTD) policies vary, most have a provision ...
    • Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) Policies Denied?

      Many individuals purchase disability insurance policies in the event that they become medically ...

    Medical Malpractice

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    • 5 Common Instances of Medical Malpractice

      Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional's negligence leads to patient harm. While ...

    medicare

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    • Billing Medicare For Physical Therapy, When Does Aggressive Billing Become Fraud?

      With an aging population, the demand for services under Medicare has increased dramatically. One ...

    Misclassification

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    • What Are the Drawbacks of Commission-Based Work?

      Although commission-based work can bring unlimited earning potential, it can be stressful and ...
    • Misclassification of Construction Workers in Tennessee

      Construction is an industry where the misclassification of workers is unfortunately common. Many ...
    • Gig Economy Companies Fight Employee Classification Legislation in California

      In response to California’s Assembly Bill 5 law which redefined the state’s consideration of ...

    mississippi river

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    • Examples of Negligence in Jones Act Cases

      Examples of Negligence in Jones Act Cases In order to succeed with a Jones Act claim for personal ...
    • Who Can Bring a Claim for Workplace Injuries under the Jones Act?

      In order to have a claim for workplace injuries under the Jones Act, an employee must qualify as a ...
    • Requirements for a Successful Jones Act Claim

      In order to be successful on a claim under the Jones Act, an individual must establish each of the ...

    Motorcycle Accident

    The latest posts for Motorcycle Accident are listed below.
    • The Importance of Having Sufficient Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage

      One of our principal areas of practice at Donati Law is handling personal injury cases on behalf of ...

    News

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    • Can the Actions of a Swearing Boss be Considered Abusive Workplace Behavior?

      In recent news, a mayoral candidate was caught on tape berating and swearing at employees regarding ...
    • What Is the Gender Pay Gap in 2023?

      What Is the Gender Pay Gap in 2023? For decades, the gender pay gap has persisted in the U.S. While ...
    • 5 Donati Law, PLLC Attorneys Selected to Super Lawyers in 2021

      At Donati Law, PLLC, we’d like to extend our warmest congratulations to Donald Donati, William B. ...

    Non-Compete & Non-Disclosure Agreements

    The latest posts for Non-Compete & Non-Disclosure Agreements are listed below.
    • Are Non-Compete Agreements Overstepping the Legal Line?

      Navigating the complex world of employment contracts can be as tricky as walking a tightrope. Among ...
    • 3 Reasons to Hire an Employment Law Attorney

      When to Consider Hiring an Employment Law Attorney While no one is above the law, employment law ...
    • Non-Compete Agreements: What You Need to Know

      Non-compete agreements are becoming something job seekers encounter far more often than was seen in ...

    Overtime Wages

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    • 4 Things Companies Don’t Want Hourly Employees to Know

      Need-to-Know Information for Hourly Employees In addition to state-specific employment laws, our ...
    • The U.S. Department of Labor Cracks Down on Wage and Hour Issues

      In 2021, the Wage and Hour Division at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) collected $230 million in ...
    • What Is Hazard Pay?

      According to the U.S. Department of Labor, hazard pay is additional compensation for performing ...

    personal injury

    The latest posts for personal injury are listed below.
    • What Is Third Party Sexual Harassment?

      Sexual harassment at work can be traumatic, and it’s even more complicated when the harasser isn’t a ...
    • What Is a Medication Error?

      A medication error occurs when there is a failure in the prescribing, dispensing, or administration ...
    • Understanding How an Accident Becomes a Personal Injury Case

      If you've been injured, whether it is due to a car accident, truck accident, slip and fall, or more, ...

    President Obama

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    • How the Affordable Care Act Impacts Immigrants and their Families

      With the passage of the Affordable Care Act (also known as “Obamacare”), U.S.-born citizens are ...
    • Affordable Care Act Questions

      I have been getting a lot of questions from my clients about how the Affordable Care Act (a.k.a. ...
    • Affordable Care Act Can Help Thousands of Tennesseans Receive Health Coverage

      A high percentage of Tennesseans are uninsured because their medical conditions now prevent them ...

    Qui Tam

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    • Qui Tam Claims: Billing for Services Not Rendered

      In 2011, the FBI estimated that three to ten percent of the government’s total healthcare ...
    • Qui Tam Claims and Health Care Fraud, Part 4: Fake Health Care Providers

      Health care fraud is also committed by individuals who have no formal connection to the medical ...
    • Qui Tam Claims and Health Care Fraud, Part 3: Unnecessary Treatments

      Another way health care providers might commit healthcare fraud is by billing for unnecessary ...

    Retaliation

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    • Is Gaslighting Illegal at Work?

      Is Gaslighting Illegal at Work? From sexual harassment to retaliation, workplace misconduct can take ...
    • How to Prove Workplace Retaliation in Tennessee

      How to Prove Employer Retaliation in Tennessee From overtime law violations to severance agreements, ...
    • 3 Reasons to Hire an Employment Law Attorney

      When to Consider Hiring an Employment Law Attorney While no one is above the law, employment law ...

    Semi-Truck Accident

    The latest posts for Semi-Truck Accident are listed below.
    • The Importance of Having Sufficient Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage

      One of our principal areas of practice at Donati Law is handling personal injury cases on behalf of ...

    Sequential Evaluation Process

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    • The Sequential Evaluation Process - Step 5: Are There A Significant Number Of Jobs In The Economy That You Are Capable Of Performing?

      After the ALJ makes a determination as to the work restrictions that he feels to be credible (your ...
    • The Sequential Evaluation Process - Step 4, Part 2: Determining Whether A Claimant Can Return to Past Relevant Work

      After the ALJ makes a finding as to what restrictions a claimant has, the ALJ must determine whether ...
    • The Sequential Evaluation Process - Step 4, Part I

      Residual Functional Capacity Typically, because of the high bar set at Step 3, most claimants are ...

    Severance Agreement

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    • Is My Employer Required to Pay Me Severance?

      Navigating the waters of employment and knowing your rights when it comes to compensation can be as ...
    • Can My Boss Fire Me for Having a Bad Personality?

      Can My Boss Fire Me for Having a Bad Personality? The world of employment can be stressful, ...
    • Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare, Inc. Announces Layoffs

      Reportedly due to lower government/insurance reimbursement rates, the failure of the state of ...

    Sexual Harassment

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    • What Is Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment?

      Sexual harassment remains a significant concern in workplaces across industries. Employees may face ...
    • Is Gaslighting Illegal at Work?

      Is Gaslighting Illegal at Work? From sexual harassment to retaliation, workplace misconduct can take ...
    • 5 Signs of Sexual Harassment at Work That Go Unnoticed

      Sexual Harassment at Work: A Guide for Tennessee Workers In Tennessee, sexual harassment in the ...

    Short Term Disability

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    • Can Employees Request Accommodations for Mental Health?

      Can Employees Request Workplace Accommodations for Mental Health Conditions? In today’s America, a ...
    • What to Expect During an Administrative Hearing

      Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) allows injured workers to get help supporting themselves ...
    • Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) Policies Denied?

      Many individuals purchase disability insurance policies in the event that they become medically ...

    slip and fall

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    • Broken Hip Injuries in Slip and Fall Accidents

      Falls are funny, until someone gets hurt. In particular, broken hips are unfortunate and common ...

    Small Businesses

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    • FLSA for Small Businesses

      The federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is a set of regulations that controls a number of ...

    social security

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    • Federal Safety Net: Overlooking The Poor In Favor Of The Middle Class?

      The Commercial Appeal just ran an interesting editorial by Catherine Rampell about the effect the ...
    • During tax season, be careful who you trust with your taxes.

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