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Corizon Health, On Eve of Trial, Agrees to Pay in Disability Discrimination Case
One of the nation’s largest healthcare providers served notice on Jim Garrity this month that, to avoid facing him in a federal jury trial next month, it would pay to settle his client’s disability discrimination case. On top of that,… Read More ›
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It’s Illegal for Employers to Ask About Your Family Medical History
Have you filled out a form, either while applying for a job or after being hired, that asked you to answer questions about your personal or family health histories? If so, your legal right to keep such information confidential was… Read More ›
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Lawsuit: School Bus Driver Sexually Harassed by Supervisor [Graphic]
A new lawsuit filed by Jim Garrity against the Leon County, Florida School Board today alleges that a school bus driver was repeatedly sexually harassed by her male supervisor, and became the target of retaliation by other supervisors for reporting… Read More ›
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Hiring or Promotion Discrimination? Ask These 25 Questions.
We’re often hired to sue an employer for discrimination over a hiring or promotion decision. This is where lots of discrimination occurs. Many superior employees are denied a job opportunity, or a chance to promote upwards, because of their race,… Read More ›
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FAQ #18: What’s My Deadline for Filing A Discrimination Case?
The laws allowing you to sue an employer for discrimination, harassment and retaliation all have deadlines. The deadlines are different for most types of claims. And they can differ based on the state you’re in. Here’s a general guide. Keep… Read More ›
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Lawsuit: CNA Fired for Seeking Workers’ Comp Benefits
A lawsuit filed by Jim Garrity against a nursing facility alleges that our client, a 68-year old certified nursing assistant (CNA), was fired for seeking workers’ compensation benefits. Unfortunately, her situation is all too common. Many employers fire workers once… Read More ›
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What Does Racism in Pay Look Like? This.
A blockbuster federal lawsuit filed by Jim Garrity alleges that the Florida Department of Health (DOH) refused to properly raise a black female employee’s pay even while it freely did so for white employees. The discrimination was so obvious and… Read More ›
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Our consultations are free. You should never pay just to learn your rights.
We never charge a fee for our consultations. You can learn everything you need to know, and have all your questions answered, completely free. Jim Garrity believes that no one should be forced to spend money just to learn their… Read More ›
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FAQ #7: How Much Is My Case Worth?
The value of your employment-related claim will depend on a range of factors, including the type of claim and the specific details of your situation. It will also depend on what you’ve lost. But generally speaking, key factors in the… Read More ›
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Lawsuit: Walmart Fired Expectant Mother 11 Days Before Maternity Leave
A new federal lawsuit filed by Jim Garrity alleges that Walmart intentionally fired an expectant mother just 11 days before she gave birth, to avoid having to hold her job until she returned, as the law requires. Such conduct… Read More ›
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Zaxby’s Sued for Firing Pregnant Employee
July 12, 2024
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Georgia Hotel Sued After Firing Disabled Front-Desk Clerk Who Needed Stool
April 1, 2024
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Toxic: Supervisor’s Sexual Harassment Sparks Legal Action
October 9, 2025
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New Lawsuit: Mine Supervisor Called Black Employees “Monkeys”
October 30, 2024
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