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Whistleblowing is the act of reporting illegal conduct, safety hazards, fraud, or other violations of law to a supervisor, HR, a hotline, or a government agency.  Arizona is an at-will state, but employers cannot lawfully fire someone for a protected disclosure or for refusing to break the law.  If you were punished after speaking...

The Arizona Employment Protection Act (AEPA) explains when an at-will termination crosses the line into an unlawful firing. It sets clear rules for employees and employers, and it tells you which claims are allowed under Arizona employment law and which are not.  Arizona is an at-will state, but at-will does not mean that anything...

A hostile work environment occurs when harassment is so severe or pervasive that it changes the terms and conditions of a job. Arizona and federal laws prohibit harassment based on protected characteristics and forbid retaliation for reporting it, and you have options if your employer fails to act. If the behavior at your workplace...

If you believe you’ve been subjected to workplace discrimination, taking the right steps is critical. Filing a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission can protect your legal rights, but doing it incorrectly can limit your options.An experienced EEOC attorney at Stone Rose Law can guide you through the process. Call (480) 535-9003 today...

Arizona rest break laws are limited for adult employees, but federal rules still control how employers must treat break time if they offer it. This means most individuals do not receive payment during lunch breaks.  In fact, most adult workers in Arizona are not guaranteed a meal period. However, if you work during a...