Mark Carey | Employment Lawyer & Employee Advocate

Employee Survival Guide®

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The Employee Survival Guide® is the no-nonsense employment law podcast made exclusively for employees. After 200+ episodes, we deliver the straight talk your employer and HR don’t want you to hear — covering every work and career issue that actually matters.   Hosted and produced by Mark Carey, a veteran employment lawyer with 29 years of experience who has litigated hundreds of cases — including class actions — in state and federal courts nationwide. Mark cuts through the BS with blunt, practical advice, always presenting both sides so you can make informed decisions. This podcast is also abo...

Author

Mark Carey | Employment Lawyer & Employee Advocate

Category

Business

Podcast website

capclaw.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Sexually Hostile Work Environment: E.E.O.C. v. Mitsubishi Motor Mfg. of America, Inc 21.03.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when a workplace becomes a breeding ground for harassment and discrimination? In this gripping episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , host Mark Carey uncovers the harrowing case of EEOC vs. Mitsubishi Motor Manufacturing of America, Inc. This landmark case serves as a stark reminder of the pervasive issues of hostile work environm...

Hostile Work Environments: The Legal Line Between Difficult and Discriminatory 21.03.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever felt trapped in a hostile work environment, where your rights are challenged and your voice is silenced? You're not alone, and in this eye-opening episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey and his co-host tackle the complexities of workplace harassment, hostile work environments and discrimination head-on. They dive deep...

DEI Under Scrutiny: What Employees Must Know About Discrimination, Rights, and the EEOC's New Approach to Enforcement 19.03.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are your workplace's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives putting you at risk? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the evolving landscape of employment law, particularly the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC) shifting stance on DEI practices. With recent cha...

Unpacking Age Discrimination: How iTutor Group's Case Challenges Employee Rights in the Digital Workplace 17.03.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever wondered how technology might be perpetuating age discrimination in the workplace? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey delves into the troubling case of iTutor Group, a company accused of using software to unfairly reject older applicants based on their age. The allegations, brought forward by the...

Fighting Workplace Discrimination: Hemant Modi's Journey Through Retaliation and Legal Battles for Employee Rights 13.03.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when an employee's dedication and years of service are overshadowed by discrimination and retaliation? Join Mark Carey in this gripping episode of the Employee Survival Guide® as he unpacks the harrowing journey of Hemant Modi, an electrical engineer at General Electric (GE), who faced workplace discrimination such as age and ra...

Noncompetition Agreements: Are They Still Enforceable in 2026? (FTC Update) 08.03.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Did you know that noncompete agreements affect nearly 30 million workers across various industries, stifling their career growth and limiting their job mobility? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) bold move to potentially ban these restrictive clauses...

Navigating Age Discrimination: Empowering Employees in the Fight Against Workplace Bias and Injustice 04.03.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when age discrimination seeps into the hiring practices of a leading commercial electrical contractor? Join Mark Carey in this gripping episode of the Employee Survival Guide® as they dissect a landmark legal case involving Hatzell & Bueller, where allegations of ageism have raised critical questions about employee rights and wor...

From Disciplinary Action to Empowerment: The Ursula Mild Case and Its Impact on Employee Rights and Free Speech 28.02.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when advocating for employee rights collides with the harsh realities of workplace politics? In this riveting episode of Employee Survival Guide®, host Mark Carey uncovers the compelling story of Ursula Mild, a senior living facility administrator in Greenwich, Connecticut, who found herself embroiled in a First Amendment case that c...

Revolutionize Your Job Search: Avoid Common Pitfalls with Expert Legal Insights on Employee Rights 27.02.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you tired of sending out countless job applications and receiving nothing but silence in return? You're not alone! In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey, an experienced employment lawyer and hiring authority, reveals the wrong ways to job search that could be holding you back from landing your dream pos...

Unmasking Performance Defamation: Protecting Employee Rights in a Hostile Work Environment and Beyond 25.02.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that your performance evaluations might be built on a foundation of lies? In the latest episode of Employee Survival Guide®, we dive deep into the alarming trend of performance defamation in the workplace with employment lawyer Mark Carey. This episode unravels the shocking reality where employers fabricate claims of poor performanc...

Navigating Menopause in the Workplace: Empowering Women to Advocate for Their Rights and Well-Being 25.02.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Did you know that approximately 47 million women enter menopause each year, and a staggering 20% of them experience severe symptoms that can disrupt their careers? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, host Mark Carey, alongside his wife Heather, dives deep into the often-taboo subject of menopause in the workplace. This v...

Jessica Mullen v. New Balance Athletics: Menopause, Disability and Accommodation 25.02.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when your employer becomes your adversary, and your fight for menopause employee rights turns into a legal battle? In this gripping episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the compelling case of Jessica Mullen, who took on New Balance Athletics in a lawsuit centered around disability discrimination and retalia...

Smartphones as Allies: Protecting Employee Rights and Navigating Discrimination in Today’s Corporate Culture 21.02.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when a CEO's offhand comments ignite a firestorm of controversy? Join Mark Carey in this riveting episode of the Employee Survival Guide® as he unpacks the implications of Jamie Dimon's recent remarks and the powerful role personal devices, especially smartphones, play in protecting employee rights in the workplace. In a wo...

Overturning Denied Health Insurance Claims: Empowering Employees with Essential Steps and AI Tools for Success 19.02.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Did you know that over 850 million healthcare insurance claims are denied each year, leaving countless employees grappling with the complexities of health insurance? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey, an experienced employment attorney, dives deep into the labyrinth of health insurance claims, focusing on den...

Extreme Hostile Work Environment: The Case of EEOC v. SkyWest Airlines 07.02.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever wondered how a single workplace harassment case can reshape the landscape of employee rights? In this gripping episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey and his co-host dive deep into the landmark case of EEOC v. SkyWest Airlines, where allegations of a hostile work environment take center stage. The story unfolds with Sar...

Navigating Employment Law: Real Cases That Empower Employees Against Discrimination and Workplace Challenges 07.02.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that a single misunderstanding of employment law could derail your career? In the latest episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , Mark Carey teams up with a special guest to delve deep into the intricate world of employment law through the lens of real legal cases. This episode is not just about dry legal jargon; it’s about empower...

Unpacking the TikTok Lawsuit: Discrimination, Retaliation, and Employee Rights in a Hostile Work Environment 03.02.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when the very platform that promises to empower its employees becomes a breeding ground for discrimination and harassment? Join us in this eye-opening episode of Employee Survival Guide® as Mark Carey dives deep into the shocking lawsuit filed by Katie Puris against TikTok. Puris, a former marketing executive, has brought to light se...

Breaking Silence: Navigating Sexual Harassment and Title IX in Medical Work Environments for Empowered Employees 01.02.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when the very institutions meant to protect you become the source of your greatest fears? In this gripping episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey tackles a sexual harassment case at Yale University that has sent shockwaves through the medical community. Six brave female doctors have come forward to accuse Dr. Manuel Lopes-Fo...

Navigating Gender Discrimination: Insights from the Renee Mihalik Case and Employee Rights in Today's Work Culture 28.01.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that gender discrimination and retaliation can turn a workplace into a hostile environment, leaving employees feeling powerless and unheard? In this thought-provoking episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , host Mark Carey dives deep into the legal battle of Renee Mihalik against Credit Agricole Shoe Vro North America, who faced a...

Employee Rights- Share Your Workplace Stories: Empowering Employees to Navigate Employment Law Challenges and Rights 22.01.2025

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever felt trapped in a toxic work environment, unsure of your rights or how to navigate the complexities of employment law? You're not alone! Join Mark Carey in this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , where he invites you to share your own workplace stories anonymously. Your experiences are not just stories; they...

Whistleblowing Revolution: How Murray v. UBS Transforms Employee Rights and Workplace Culture for Good 16.12.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What if the very act of speaking up against corporate wrongdoing could finally be your shield instead of a sword? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the groundbreaking Supreme Court ruling in Murray v. UBS Securities, LLC, a pivotal case that reshapes the landscape of employee rights and whist...

Algorithmic Bias or AI Hiring Bias: The Case of Derek Mobley vs. Workday Inc 13.12.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when the technology designed to streamline hiring processes inadvertently perpetuates discrimination? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the landmark legal case of Derek Mobley versus Workday, Inc. , a case that raises urgent questions about algorithmic bias or AI hiring bias and t...

Well Known Employers and Forced Arbitration in Violation of EFAA in Sexual Harassment Cases 11.12.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that many employees are forced into silence when it comes to sexual harassment in the workplace? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the controversial practice of forced arbitration in sexual harassment cases, revealing the harsh realities that employees face when they are denied t...

Former NFL Player Teyo Johnson's Sexual Harassment Story, Forced Arbitration, and One Unbelievable CEO 05.12.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when a high-profile legal battle exposes the dark underbelly of workplace culture? In this riveting episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the explosive case of former NFL player Tao Johnson versus the digital real estate company EveryRealm. Johnson is not just fighting for himself; he’s taking a stand agains...

Patricia Olivieri's Big Win Against Stifel and Defeating Forced Arbitration in Sex Discrimination Cases. 05.12.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when the very system designed to protect employees turns against them? Join host Mark Carey in this eye-opening episode of Employee Survival Guide® , where we unravel the complexities of the landmark case Olivieri v. Stiefel, a striking example of sexual harassment, sex discrimination and retaliation in the workplace. Patricia Olivie...

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