Employment Law Center of Maryland

04/25/2024

Our Joseph Gibson featured in today's The Daily Record story on the FTC's issuance of a final rule banning many noncompetes. Also from Joseph, "Noncompetes exploit workers, prevent competition, and limit innovation."

04/24/2024

Don't let the headlines fool you—you can't ignore your noncompete yet. But yesterday's announcement from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is a step in the right direction. Learn more in our new blog post, hot off the press!

https://www.elcmd.org/post/don-t-ignore-your-noncompete-yet

04/17/2024

Under most circumstances, you don't have to disclose your criminal record on a job application in Maryland. Let's talk about it!

Under most circumstances, you do not have to disclose your criminal record on a job application in Maryland.

12/28/2023

Maryland employers must try to accommodate the disabilities of their employees. But at the Employment Law Center of Maryland, we know that the process of requesting accommodations can be confusing. Let's chat about how to request a reasonable accommodation in Maryland.

Maryland employers must try to accommodate the disabilities of their employees.

01/02/2023

The Employment Law Center of Maryland is seeking a local cleaner for its Frederick, MD location (on the Golden Mile).

Pay is $50 per hour, four hours per month (i.e., one hour per week).

The Employment Law Center of Maryland is an equal opportunity employer.

06/24/2022

As proud members of the National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA), the Employment Law Center of Maryland shares and supports NELA's recent statement on the Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization.

Read the full statement at https://mailchi.mp/employeerightsadvocacy/nela-and-the-institute-dobbs-statement?e=a0db9fb4f8

06/01/2022

We get it—with just a tap of a button on your smartphone, you've caught HR admitting to discrimination, harassment, or failing to accommodate your disability. But recording a phone call without the consent of every party on the call or in the meeting is a felony (in Maryland), and can have serious negative consequences for your employment case.

We get it—with just a tap of a button on your smartphone, you've caught HR admitting to discrimination, harassment, or failing to accommodate your disability. But in Maryland, recording a phone call without the consent of every party on the call or in the meeting is a felony, and can have serious ...

05/18/2022

As of January 1, 2025, most Maryland employees will become eligible for up to 12 weeks of *paid* parental leave. But, you'll need to use up all of your sick and vacation time first, and provide advance written notice to your employer.

Get into the details in our latest blog post from the Employment Law Center of Maryland.

The United States is the only wealthy country in the world that doesn't guarantee paid parental leave. And that's a problem. But, starting on January 1, 2025, many Maryland employees will be entitled to up to 12 weeks per year of paid parental leave. Let's get into the details. Who's eligible? To be...

05/04/2022

What comes with summer at the Employment Law Center of Maryland? You guessed it—calls from interns with wage, discrimination, and harassment cases!

We'd love to get fewer of these calls this summer, so here are a few tips to keep your summer internship program above-board.

At the Employment Law Center of Maryland, the approach of summer means sunshine, humidity—and dozens of calls from summer interns with wage, discrimination, or harassment cases. And while we're not generally in the camp providing advice to employers (the Employment Law Center of Maryland only repr...

03/26/2022

We're moving!

On April 1, 2022, the Employment Law Center of Maryland will open its doors in Frederick, Maryland's "Firehouse." This historic building is located at 12 W Church St, and was renovated in 2021 to provide secure, high-tech professional space.

Our Germantown, Maryland office will continue to receive mail through June 30, 2022, but as of April 1, 2022, all in-person client meetings will take place at the Firehouse. Email [email protected] or call (240) 384-5705 with any questions.

01/05/2022

Facing workplace discrimination or retaliation? You generally cannot go directly to court—you have to start with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

More on the administrative complaint process in this brand new blog post from the Employment Law Center of Maryland!

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or EEOC, is the federal agency charged with administering and enforcing civil rights laws against workplace discrimination. But whether – and how – to file a complaint (or "charge") of discrimination with the EEOC is a source of confusion for man...

11/02/2021

You deserve a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We're here to help. Schedule your free, confidential consultation today.

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