Justice at Work: Real Talk from Filippatos PLLC

Episode Summary: In this episode of Justice at Work, host Lisa Mosbey is joined by Parisis Fillippatos to delve into the intricacies of severance agreements. They discuss what typically leads to an employee being presented with a severance agreement and the importance of understanding the terms before signing. Gerry explains the power dynamics involved, highlighting that while severance agreements...

Episode Summary:  Exploring how micro-aggressions manifest at work, their legal implications, and strategies for addressing them, offering actionable insights for those navigating workplace discrimination. Key Timestamps: 00:01 – Welcome to Justice at Work, Employee Rights and Protections in the Workplace. Welcome to… 04:09 – Is it something where, you know, you've asked your coworker to stop and...

Episode Summary: Exploring gender discrimination in high finance, attorney Parisis Filippatos discusses the historical roots of gender bias, the challenges faced by women in pay disparity, and the complexities of proving discrimination in the workplace. Highlighting a landmark case against Morgan Stanley, he emphasizes the importance of standing up against injustice and seeking legal counsel for f...

Episode Summary: In this episode, Attorney Erica T. Healy Kagan discusses the evolving legal protections for transgender employees and the importance of inclusion in the workplace. She explains how federal, state, and local laws—like those in New York—protect against discrimination based on gender identity and expression. From pronoun usage to restroom access, Erica outlines practical steps employ...

Episode Summary: A comprehensive discussion on the unique characteristics of federal employment, focusing on workforce stability, reduction in force (RIF) procedures, and employee rights. The episode covers critical differences between federal and private sector employment, legal protections during layoffs, union representation challenges, and the current landscape of federal workforce changes.  ...

EPISODE SUMMARY: A comprehensive discussion on workplace sexual harassment, covering both quid pro quo situations and hostile work environments. Parisis Filippatos breaks down legal definitions, employee rights, reporting procedures, and the impact of the #MeToo movement on workplace dynamics.   KEY TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Definition of sexual harassment and types (quid pro quo vs hostile environment)...

📝 Episode Summary: A comprehensive discussion on LGBT workplace rights, federal and state-level protections, and the evolution of legal frameworks protecting LGBT employees in the United States. The episode explores the landmark Bostock decision, current challenges, and practical advice for employers and employees.   ⏱ Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Federal, state, and local LGBT workplace protections 0...

Episode Summary: A comprehensive discussion on employee rights, workplace discrimination, and legal protections in the United States. Parisis Filippatos provides expert insights on employment-at-will doctrine, anti-discrimination statutes, and practical steps for employees facing workplace discrimination.   Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Employment-at-will doctrine and exceptions 05:30 - Protected catego...