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Family Leave for a Death: Understanding the Law in Virginia

There are few things more challenging than dealing with the death of a family member. Employers are often in a position to help people get through a difficult time. Many employers in Virginia offer bereavement leave to their...
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A Guide to Sexual Harassment Complaints in Virginia

As explained by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), workplace sexual harassment is strictly prohibited. Employees and job applicants should not be harassed based on their sex or gender. Sexual harassment can...
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How to Fill out Paid Family Leave Form in Virginia

Paid family leave is a form of partial wage loss replacement that allows workers to take job-protected time off to bond with a new child or care for a critically ill family member. Paid family leave may be offered as part of...
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What You Need to Know About Physician Assistant Contract Negotiations in Virginia

Physicians assistants (PAs) are medical professionals who help to diagnose a patient’s health problems and devise/manage treatment plans. The American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) reports that there are currently...
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Can an Employee be Legally Banned from the Office Due to COVID-19 Related Concerns?

The increased spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the United States presents employers with significant workplace challenges. If an employee is manifesting symptoms or is known to have a family member who has...
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