One practice common among many religious people is to set aside one day a week for rest and worship. For some, this day is Sunday, for others it is Friday or Saturday. Whatever the day, Sabbath observance can be a special, even sacred, practice for many people. What can you do if your employer wantsRead More
Employment Law in Nevada and Utah
Is It Illegal for My Former Employer to Give a Bad Reference?
What if you apply for a job and suspect that your former employer is giving a bad reference to a prospective employer? Is there anything you can do about it? Finding a job can be difficult enough in itself, but it can be nearly impossible if a former employer is giving false or unfair informationRead More
The Playground Case: What the Supreme Court Said–in Simple Terms
In a decision released today, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Missouri cannot offer a benefit to the public–money to make playgrounds safer–and intentionally exclude a religious organization from the benefit. The ruling is the latest in the battle regarding the “separation of church and state.” This article explains in simple terms what happened andRead More
What Statute of Limitations Period Applies to Title II ADA Claims?
Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects individuals with disabilities from discrimination by state and local government. But individuals who believe a state or local government has discriminated against them must file a claim in court within a certain period of time called the statute of limitations. In Nevada, the statute ofRead More
For What Reasons Can a Nevada Employer Deduct Wages from an Employee’s Paycheck?
The answer to this question is “it depends.” Nevada law allows employers to deduct wages from a paycheck if (1) the deduction is required by law (e.g. taxes, child support, etc.); or (2) if the deduction is for a program that benefits the employee (e.g. health insurance or a pension plan). To deduct wages forRead More
How Much Nevada Lawyers Cost and Why I Charge Less
Everyone knows that lawyers charge a lot for their services. Maybe we’re justified in charging quite a bit because we provide unique services that few people know enough about to handle on their own. Also, we’ve had to endure years of stressful legal training and an exhausting bar exam experience. Most people appreciate the expertiseRead More