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What is Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment?

Understanding your legal rights and recourse in the workplace Quid pro quo (literally, “this for that”) sexual harassment occurs when someone in a position of power demands sexual favors in return for a job benefit. It is one of two types of illegal sexual harassment in the workplace (the other being a hostile work environment,…

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What’s the Definition of a Hostile Work Environment?

Know your rights and legal options under West Virginia and federal law Most people who have been in the workforce for a while have been in at least one unpleasant work environment. Many of us have dealt with screaming bosses, argumentative coworkers, angry customers, and other rude or aggressive behavior. It’s only natural to wonder…

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The Ongoing Fight Over Non-Compete Agreements

The proposed federal rule would empower workers Last month, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a proposed rule that would ban employers from imposing non-compete agreements on employees. The new rule would prohibit employers from the following actions: entering into or attempting to enter into a non-compete with a worker; maintaining a noncompete with a…

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7 Holiday Tips if You’re Dealing with Divorce

The holidays can be especially rough if you’re going through a divorce. But you don’t have to dread this time of year. It’s still possible to enjoy the holidays, no matter what else is going on in your life. Here are some tips to help you get through. 1. Start some new traditions. You used…

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Klie Law Offices Moves to New Parkersburg Location

Our law firm is pleased to announce that we are moving to a new office in Parkersburg, WV. “We are very excited about this move to a larger office space in Parkersburg and the opportunities it will bring to help us serve clients,” said attorney Karl Kolenich. “But while our location is changing, many other…

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Signs You’re Facing FMLA Retaliation in West Virginia

Know your legal rights – and your legal recourse The federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) gives most West Virginia employees the right to take unpaid leave under certain circumstances. The law also protects employees from retaliation for exercising their right to FMLA leave.   Unfortunately, not all employers follow the law, and some…

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Do Gifts Count as Child Support in West Virginia?

Don’t make assumptions when it comes to your child’s financial needs. In virtually any divorce or separation with children in West Virginia, the courts will order one parent to pay child support to the other parent. In theory, this is pretty simple: the payments are made on a regular basis in accordance with the child…

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Breaking Down the Top Divorce Myths in West Virginia

If you’re headed toward divorce, make sure you know the facts. Everyone has an opinion on divorce. Even people who have never been through a divorce themselves know someone who has, or they have opinions shaped by the media. So it’s no surprise that there are many myths and misconceptions about divorce — and if…

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