S2 Ep 7 - The 5 Million Dollar HR Failure

S2 Ep 7 - The 5 Million Dollar HR Failure

A single complaint can create two very different outcomes for an employer. In this episode of The Employment Strategists, we examine two workplace harassment cases involving similar allegations and the same type of slur. One case resulted in a $5 million jury verdict, while the other was completely dismissed. The difference wasn't the conduct itself. It was the employer's response. We discuss the legal obligations employers face when harassment complaints arise, the importance of prompt investigations, and why an employer's actions after receiving a complaint can significantly impact liability. #EmploymentLaw #WorkplaceHarassment #HumanResources#HRCompliance #WorkplaceInvestigations #EmploymentStrategists#TheEmploymentStrategists #NorrisMcLaughlin

S2 Ep 6 - Mental Health in the Workplace

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and mental health in the workplace is no longer just an HR conversation — it’s also a legal one.   In this episode of The Employment Strategists, we discussmental health accommodations in the workplace, the ADA’s interactive process, and the legal risks employers face when requests are ignored, mishandled, or dismissed too quickly.   We also break down real-world issues involving anxiety-related accommodation requests, work-from-home policies, therapy animals, confidentiality concerns, and why documentation and communication matter for both employers and employees.   #EmploymentLaw #MentalHealthAwareness #ADA #HumanResources #WorkplaceCulture #Leadership #TheEmploymentStrategists #NorrisMcLaughlin

S2 Ep 5 - Love and Liability in the Workplace

Workplace romance isn’t illegal - but it can create serious legal risk. In this episode of The Employment Strategists, we discuss Love and Liability in the Workplace and why the real issue usually isn’t the relationship itself. It’s secrecy, power dynamics, and what happens when a relationship ends and workplace decisions suddenly start looking like retaliation or favoritism.   Want to learn more about how harassment issues arise and how they should be reported? Listen to our full episode on workplace harassment here: https://shorturl.at/qTTEv [https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/D013Cn5m3ATrV4YPc9f5SJMj6y?domain=shorturl.at]   #EmploymentLaw #HR #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture#TheEmploymentStrategists #NorrisMcLaughlin

S2 Ep 4 - Put Some P.E.P in Your Performance Reviews

Too many reviews look good on paper but fall apart when it matters most. In this episode, David & Mariya show how inconsistent feedback became evidence in court — and how to use the P.E.P. approach to prevent that. Clear, honest documentation is always your best protection. This podcast is not intended, and should not be taken, as legal advice or legal opinion on any specific facts or circumstances. The contents are intended for general information purposes only and you are urged to consult a lawyer concerning your own situation with any specific legal questions you may have. The content reflects the personal views and opinions of the participants. #EmploymentLaw #HR #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture#TheEmploymentStrategists #NorrisMcLaughlin

S2 Ep 3 - Free Speech or Fired Speech

As Halloween approaches, the real chills we’re seeing aren’t from costumes — they’re from politics creeping into the workplace. From “statement” outfits to off-the-clock social media posts, it’s becoming harder to draw the line between personal expression and professional boundaries. This year, we’re taking it a step further with an upcoming episode on speech in the workplace — where free expression meets workplace policy. Can employers limit political talk? What about off-duty posts or statement attire? This podcast is not intended, and should not be taken, as legal advice or legal opinion on any specific facts or circumstances. The contents are intended for general information purposes only and you are urged to consult a lawyer concerning your own situation with any specific legal questions you may have. The content reflects the  personal views and opinions of the participants.