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What is a Protected Complaint for SC Employees?
When it comes to retaliation claims, it’s essential to know whether the South Carolina employee has engaged in what the law calls “protected conduct.” Normally this takes the form of a complaint, written or verbal, where the employee complains about... read more
Teacher at Catholic School Can Be Fired for His Gay Marriage
The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals (which includes South Carolina) ruled last week in Billard v. Charlotte Catholic High School that–pursuant to the “ministerial exception” to Title VII–a gay drama and English teacher (and sometimes substitute... read more
PTO/Vacation Payouts for SC Employees
When it comes to PTO/vacation payouts, does the company have to pay out accrued PTO (paid time off) or vacation pay after the employment ends? I regularly get this question from South Carolina employees who have recently been terminated. The answer: in general, it... read more
Proposed Law Bans Forced Arbitration for Age Claims
The Senate Judiciary Committee voted yesterday to advance the Protecting Older Americans Act, which bans forced arbitration of age discrimination claims under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA). Two years ago, President Biden signed a similar law that... read moreStill Have Questions? The best way we can serve you is by starting a conversation.
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