One of the reasons that many consumers here in Charleston and elsewhere in West Virginia buy new cars is to replace their old, dilapidated car with a new set of reliable wheels. Not all new cars are created equally though.There are times at which cars that are...
Year: 2019
Worker alleges wrongful termination stemming from complaints
While there is significant importance focused on adequate training for workers in West Virginia and properly educating them to adhere to company protocols, employees also have rights that should be honored. Among those rights is the ability to maintain a job free of...
How do you find out about auto recalls?
The easiest way for you to know if the manufacturer of your vehicle has issued a recall is simply to wait for notification. However, this is not always the most effective option. There are many things that could stop an auto company from contacting you. If you...
Understand and fight back against religious discrimination
Religious discrimination is hard to handle. Sometimes, it can be hard to recognize, too. It may be a subconscious habit of certain employers, coworkers or customers to discriminate based on your perceived or known religion. Fortunately, it's against the law to act in...
Class action against Facebook reaches settlement
Class action lawsuit can often be complicated matters that may seem daunting to the average Charleston resident (thus potentially deterring them from joining in one even if they have a valid claim). Understanding the nuances of such an action may go a long way in...
Detailing shift differential pay
Most in Charleston view the average workday as being from 9 to 5. While many working professionals do indeed follow this schedule, several others show up for night, swing and graveyard shifts. Indeed, according to information shared by the American Psychological...
Dealing with a recalled product
No one in Charleston wants to hear that a product that they have purchased has been recalled (much less one that they have actually been using). Panic may set in if one discovers that they have been using a recalled product (which is indeed reasonably possible,...
What are your workplace rights as a new mother?
One of the more common reasons people in Charleston seek medical leave is to accommodate the birth of a child. Your time on maternity leave gives you the perfect opportunity to bond with your new baby. Going back to work after welcoming such a bundle of joy into your...
Defective products can leave you and your loved ones at risk
Capitalism gives anyone with an idea the opportunity to turn that idea into a product or service and thereby an income stream. Unfortunately, not all products are as safe as the people who designed them might imagine. Other times, companies can have lax testing and...
Are warranties and service contracts the same thing?
When you purchase certain products in Charleston, the expectation often is that the maintenance of that product is covered under a warranty. In many cases, you may indeed be right. What may seem to confusing to you, however, is to see a company that offers products...
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