Employee Survival Guide®

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever felt the gut-wrenching anxiety of being fired or laid off? The uncertainty can be overwhelming, but what if you could turn that fear into an opportunity? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the critical world of severance negotiations, equipping you with the knowledge you need to...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when a simple HR request spirals into a legal nightmare of pregnancy discrimination? Join Mark Carey in this riveting episode of the Employee Survival Guide® as he unravels the gripping case of Jennifer Guerrero vs. Constellation Health Services—a cautionary tale that underscores the precarious balance between pregnancy discriminatio...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when personal FMLA crises collide with the relentless demands of work? In this gripping episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the harrowing legal battle of Molly Sanders against Zurich American Insurance Company, illuminating the often-overlooked struggles employees face in today’s high-pressure work environ...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when a financial villain becomes a plaintiff in a landmark legal battle? Join Mark Carey in this riveting episode of the Employee Survival Guide® as we dissect the extraordinary journey of Tom Hayes, the former trader at the center of the LIBOR scandal. After being convicted and then having his conviction quashed, Hayes has turned th...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. The loudest truths in the employee workplace rarely make it into court filings. We’re changing that by opening our mic to employees who’ve lived through discrimination, retaliation, whistleblowing pressure, or predatory noncompetes—and want their experiences to protect others. After decades in employment law, we’re pivoting from parsing opinions...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that evolving immigration policies can silently shape your workplace dynamics? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , Mark Carey dives deep into the complex implications of immigration on employee rights and workplace culture. As misconceptions and biases swirl around public discourse on immigration, many org...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. In this episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, host Mark Carey delves deep into his use of legal cases as a powerful tool for understanding workplace issues for your career. By sharing real-life stories that illustrate employee experiences, particularly in cases of discrimination, Mark sheds light on the often-hidden realities of the workplace...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when a seasoned cardiologist finds himself at the crossroads of age discrimination and employment law? Join Mark Carey in this riveting episode of the Employee Survival Guide® as he unpacks the controversial case of Dr. Arthur Fass, who alleged age discrimination against Northwell Health after the abrupt non-renewal of his contract....

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever wondered how age discrimination can seep into the corporate world, especially during layoffs? In this gripping episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the case of Linfante Hill v. PVH Corp. , shedding light on the unsettling realities of age discrimination in the workplace. This episode is not just about...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever wondered how a long-term employee can suddenly find themselves facing sexual orientation discrimination and retaliation, especially when they’ve dedicated their life to education? In this riveting episode of Employee Survival Guide®, host Mark Carey takes you through the compelling case of McConkie versus the Churchill School and Ce...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever wondered what happens when a dedicated professional risks it all to expose wrongdoing in the workplace? In this gripping episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey takes you through the riveting discrimination legal battle of Dr. Misty Blanchett Porter against Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC). This true story reveals t...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Start with a high performer, add an ugly burst of racially hostile work environment harassment, and end with a firing justified by a $600 regulatory fine—then ask what the law actually sees. We walk through Kittle v. Mavis Tire to unpack how retaliation can survive early motions while discrimination claims stumble on doctrines like “stray remarks...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when a workplace becomes a battleground for racially hostile work environment discrimination and retaliation? Join Mark Carey and his co-hosts in this gripping episode of Employee Survival Guide® as they unravel the complex civil action of Melissa Garcia v. West Hampton Primary Care and Staffco of Brooklyn, LLC. This case isn't...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when a workplace becomes a battleground for racial hostility, and the victims are left to fend for themselves? Join Mark Carey in this gripping episode of the Employee Survival Guide® as he unravels the disturbing details of the landmark case Dornal Locke et al. v. Wayne J. Griffin Electric Inc. , where severe racial harassment and r...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when a workplace equity agenda clashes with the rights of an employee? Join Mark Carey in this gripping episode of Employee Survival Guide® as they dissect the landmark case of Leslie Chislett vs. the New York City Department of Education (DOE), a pivotal moment in the ongoing battle against racially hostile work environment discrimi...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever wondered how a sexually hostile work environment can destroy an employee's career in just two weeks? In this gripping episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey unpacks the harrowing details of the federal court case, Ghiorse v. John H. Cook Jr. Painting Contractor, Inc. , where Charlotte Ghiorse, a talented painter, faced...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Tired of skipping ads while someone tiptoes around workplace truth? We cut straight to the power dynamics that define your job, explain why “employment at will” keeps bias hidden, and share the practical moves that help you protect income, reputation, and momentum. After nearly three decades in employment law, I’ve watched the same tactics repeat...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you tired of feeling powerless in your workplace? You're not alone. In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , Mark Carey dives deep into the pervasive issue of employee control—or the shocking lack thereof. He challenges the status quo of employer dominance, shedding light on how many workplaces create discrimination...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you truly prepared to navigate the treacherous waters of your workplace? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey unveils the essential survival skills every employee needs to thrive in today’s complex work environment. With a focus on employee rights, vigilance and self-awareness, Carey reminds us to “watch you...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever felt the weight of a hostile work environment bearing down on you? In this gripping episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey and his co-hosts peel back the layers of a high-stakes employment lawsuit that could redefine how we view employee rights in the modern workplace. Join us as we delve into the compelling case of Kat...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever felt the tension between your employer's demands and your rights as an employee? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into a landmark legal case that could change the way we view remote work and employee rights forever. Join us as we unravel the compelling story of Luciano Russo and...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you feeling the pressure to return to the office, despite the flexibility that remote work once promised? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the post-COVID landscape, revealing how the pandemic has reshaped employee rights and workplace dynamics. As workers grapple with the harsh reality th...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever felt like your corporate job is a game rigged against you? Welcome to the world of employnomics , where the scales of power are tilted heavily in favor of employers, often at the expense of hardworking employees. In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, host Mark Carey takes a deep dive into the troubling dynamic...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Did you know that many employees are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) without even realizing it? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the often-overlooked topic of disability rights in the workplace. If you've ever downplayed your conditions—be it anxiety, chronic pa...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when a company prioritizes silence over safety? Join us in this gripping episode of Employee Survival Guide® as Mark Carey uncovers the shocking case of Southern California Edison (SCE) and its parent company, Edison International. This is not just another workplace story; it’s a stark reminder of the dire consequences of a toxic wor...