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

Unmasking Misrepresentation: How to Navigate Job Offers and Protect Your Career from Deceitful Employers 27.11.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever felt misled during the job recruitment process, only to find yourself trapped in a role that was far from what was promised? You're not alone. In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , Mark Carey dives deep into the often-overlooked issue of fraudulent inducement in employment. Employers can sometimes misrep...

Update on FTC Ban on Noncompetition Agreements 26.11.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Unlock the complexities of the ongoing legal battle over non-compete agreements with the latest episode of the Employee Survival Guide. Discover the intricacies of the Federal Trade Commission's attempt to ban these agreements, and how a Texas federal court's decision to halt the rule nationwide on August 20, 2024, has tipped the scales...

Navigating Free Speech Limits: Employee Rights and Private Workplace Realities Explored in Depth 08.10.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that your right to free speech may not be as protected in the workplace as you think? Join Mark Carey in this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide® as he navigates the intricate landscape of free speech limitations for private employees and discusses their employee rights. While the First Amendment guarantees freedom o...

Texas Court Blocks FTC Ban on Noncompete Agreements But the FTC Rule is Not Dead Yet 26.08.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when the law meets politics in the workplace? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey unpacks the recent Texas court ruling that blocks the FTC's nationwide ban on noncompete agreements, a decision that could reshape the landscape of employment law. As an employee, understanding your rights regard...

Master Employment Law: Take the Pop Quiz to Empower Your Employee Rights and Navigate Workplace Challenges 27.07.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you truly aware of your rights as an employee, or are you navigating the treacherous waters of employment law blindfolded? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey takes you on an engaging journey through a pop quiz focused on employment law that every employee should take. Understanding the nuances of employme...

Reclaiming Employee Power: Navigating Workplace Challenges and Advocating for Your Rights Today 26.07.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when the scales of power shift in the workplace, leaving employees feeling vulnerable and uncertain? Join Mark Carey in this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , where he delves into the diminishing power of employees and the myriad factors contributing to this unsettling trend. Remember when employees had the upper...

Mastering Your Employee Rights: How to Successfully File EEOC Complaints and Negotiate Settlements 23.07.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that navigating the labyrinth of employment law can be the difference between a successful complaint and a daunting struggle? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey, a seasoned employment law expert, shares his invaluable insights on effectively filing complaints with the Equal Employment Opportunit...

Employers Are Still Pushing Arbitration of Sex Discrimination Cases in Violation of Federal Law 03.06.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that many employers are still trying to sidestep the groundbreaking federal ban on forced arbitration in sexual harassment, sex discrimination and assault cases? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , Mark Carey delves deep into the implications of the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Ha...

Unpacking the FTC's Non-Compete Agreement Ban: A Game-Changer for Employee Rights and Career Advancement 01.05.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that a staggering 30 million employees in the United States are about to see a monumental shift in their career freedom? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) groundbreaking ban on non-compete agreements, set to take effect on September 4, 2...

From Burden to Empowerment: How Muldrow v. City of St. Louis Transforms Employee Rights Against Workplace Discrimination 23.04.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that a groundbreaking Supreme Court decision could change the landscape of employee rights forever? In this engaging episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , Mark Carey dives deep into the implications of the Muldrow v. City of St. Louis ruling, a pivotal moment that significantly lowers the burden of proof for employees facing dis...

Navigating the AI Revolution: Protecting Employee Rights in a Changing Workplace Landscape- Including AI Hiring Bias 17.04.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you prepared for the seismic shifts that artificial intelligence (AI) is bringing to the workplace? In this eye-opening episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the implications of AI on employment and the AI hiring bias, revealing how it's not just changing hiring practices, but also reshaping the very fabric of e...

Navigating Workplace Trauma: Carol Tomka’s Story of Survival Against Sexual Harassment and Employer Denial 19.03.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when the very place you trust to build your career turns into a nightmare of sexual harassment and assault? Join us in this gripping episode of the Employee Survival Guide® as Mark Carey dives deep into the harrowing story of Carol Tomka, who faced unimaginable challenges nearly 30 years ago at Sealer's Environmental Services. T...

Corporate DEI Causes Racism and Reverse Discrimination 12.03.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are current Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives sowing the seeds of reverse discrimination in the workplace? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the controversial landscape of DEI, challenging the effectiveness and fairness of corporate strategies designed to promote equality. Wit...

An Extreme Hostile Work Environment Case: The Billie Banks vs. General Motors Story 02.03.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever felt trapped in a hostile work environment, unsure of your rights and how to navigate the complexities of workplace discrimination? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into a pivotal case that sheds light on the harsh realities many employees face, specifically the case of Billy Banks v...

Navigating AI in a Performance Review: Employee Rights and the Fight Against Algorithmic Bias in the Workplace 23.02.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you ready to navigate the murky waters of performance reviews in an age dominated by artificial intelligence? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , Mark Carey dives deep into the unsettling implications of AI on employee evaluations. As the workplace evolves, so do the tools used for performance monitoring, and Carey i...

Navigating ERISA: A 14-Step Guide to Mastering Disability Claims and Employee Rights in the Workplace 22.02.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you prepared to navigate the often-treacherous waters of disability claims under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA)? In this enlightening episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey unveils a robust 14-step guide designed to empower employees in their pursuit of short-term and long-term disability claims benefits. With a...

Understanding Your Rights: How Recent Supreme Court Ruling Transforms Whistleblower Protections for Employees 16.02.2024

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever felt the weight of silence in the workplace, knowing that speaking up could cost you your job? The recent U. S. Supreme Court decision has shifted the landscape for whistleblowers, making it easier for employees to assert their whistleblower rights under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. In this episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey...

Menopause at Work: Why Employers Must Address This Overlooked Employee Challenge to Enhance Workplace Survival 14.11.2023

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Did you know that nearly 75% of women experiencing menopause report negative impacts on their work life, yet only a fraction of employers offer menopause-specific benefits? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , host Mark Carey dives deep into the pressing need for menopause-friendly workplaces, drawing insights from the gr...

Navigating the Performance Review Minefield: Empowering Employees Against Discrimination and Workplace Dysfunction 19.10.2023

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are performance reviews setting employees up for failure? With nearly half of companies still clinging to outdated annual or semi-annual reviews, it's no wonder that only a quarter find their performance management systems effective. Join Mark Carey in this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide® as he delves into the troubling w...

From Pregnancy to Empowerment: The PUMP Act and PWFA Transforming Rights for Pregnant Workers Everywhere 10.10.2023

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that nearly 9 million nursing mothers now have enhanced protections in the workplace? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the transformative impact of recent legislative victories for pregnant and working mothers, particularly spotlighting the PUMP Act and the Pregnant Workers Fai...

Unmasking Non-Compete Agreements: Your Rights Against Workplace Discrimination and the Power to Negotiate 26.09.2023

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that your employer may have been holding you back with non-compete agreements that are now deemed illegal? In this powerful episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into a groundbreaking ruling by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) that declares non-competition agreements unenforceable for nearly all emp...

The Most Shocking Sexual Harassment Employee Rights Case Ever: Interview With Reporter Susan Antilla 03.07.2023

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when the very institution meant to protect your employee rights becomes a breeding ground for discrimination and harassment? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, host Mark Carey sits down with investigative journalist Susan Antillo, who pulls back the curtain on the disturbing culture at Globe Life Insurance....

The Games Employers Play With Employee Rights 28.06.2023

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever felt like you were playing a game you didn’t even know the rules to? In this enlightening episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey unveils the hidden games employers play with employee rights and how employees can skillfully navigate the often murky waters of workplace dynamics. Many employees are unaware of the underlying pa...

Navigating Menopause in the Workplace: Empowering Women and Advocating for Employee Rights Together 14.06.2023

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Did you know that millions of women in the workforce are navigating the challenging waters of menopause, yet this crucial topic remains largely taboo in our workplaces? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , Mark Carey dives deep into the often-overlooked issue of menopause in the workplace, shedding light on the pressing...

Navigating the Fine Line: Mastering Oversharing for Employee Rights and Severance Negotiation Success 16.05.2023

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that oversharing personal information at work could jeopardize your career? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the intricate balance between building connections with colleagues and maintaining essential professional boundaries. As the pandemic has reshaped workplace dynamics, th...

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