Filing a Sexual Harassment Complaint in Virginia
Published : February 1, 2017
By John V. Berry, Esq., www.berrylegal.com
Employees in the Commonwealth of Virginia have a number of forums for potentially filing a sexual harassment complaint. Individuals often also ask us to help them determine whether or not the facts in their case constitute sexual harassment. The general definition of sexual harassment, according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is that it […]
Where to File Discrimination and Harassment Complaints in Virginia
Published : December 19, 2016
By John V. Berry, www.berrylegal.com
We often are asked by employees about their options for filing a discrimination or harassment complaint in Virginia. The answer is that it depends on many factors. For private, federal and other public sector employees in Virginia there are a number of options for filing a complaint of discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation and/or an ongoing […]
Virginia Severance Agreements
Published : November 21, 2016
By Kimberly H. Berry, Esq., www.berrylegal.com
Employees in Virginia are generally considered “at will,” which means they can resign and/or be terminated at any time. When employment ends, an employer may offer a severance package to an employee in exchange for the employee’s waiver of rights. However, employers, in the absence of an agreement or severance policy, generally have no obligation […]
White House Proposes Changes to Non-Compete Agreements to States (including Virginia)
Published : November 7, 2016
By Kimberly Berry, Esq., www.berrylegal.com
The White House recently asked states to enact legislation banning non-compete agreements for low-wage workers in an effort to increase competition and improve the economy. In a White House report issued on October 25, 2016, it explained that these types of agreements often prevent out-of-work employees from finding new jobs in their career fields. The White House […]
Virginia Employee Access to Personnel Files
Published : May 3, 2016
By John V. Berry, Esq., www.berrylegal.com
In our legal practice, many current and former employees in Virginia often ask us whether they have the right to obtain a copy of their personnel file or at least have the ability to request and review it. Each state has their own laws and regulations with respect to this issue for private sector employees. […]
Fairfax County Human Rights Discrimination Complaints
Published : April 9, 2016
By John V. Berry, Esq., www.berrylegal.com
This article is an overview of the Fairfax County Office of Human Rights and Equity Programs, Human Rights Division (HRD) process. The purpose of the HRD is to examine and investigate complaints by employees who have claimed discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, age, familial status or disability involving […]
Final Paychecks Owed to Former Employees in Virginia
Published : April 8, 2016
By John V. Berry, Esq.,www.berrylegal.com
In the Commonwealth of Virginia former employees are entitled to all of their previously earned wages, even if they are terminated from their employment. However, for various reasons sometimes employers attempt to avoid paying an employee their last paycheck. There are many reasons that this occurs. However, the nonpayment of wages owed can cause significant […]
Defending Fairfax County Employees in Disciplinary Cases
Published : February 23, 2016
By John V. Berry, Esq., www.berrylegal.com
In our legal practice we represent Fairfax County employees (police officers, teachers, administrators, etc) in defense of disciplinary actions. Disciplinary actions can range from verbal counseling to removal / termination from employment. This article covers the more common issues associated with serious proposed actions against Fairfax County employees. Such actions should be taken, according to […]
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