Performance Reviews: Recognizing and Addressing Discrimination
Employment discrimination comes in many forms, some more subtle than others. One example is the use of performance reviews to evaluate the quality of an employee’s work. If you’ve been the subject of a review or you’re an employer who wants to make sure the process is equitable, there are examples of...
Informed Consent in Dentistry: What It Means for Patient Safety
Informed consent is a cornerstone of medical ethics that requires patients of all types of medical providers to have sufficient information and understanding before making decisions about undergoing dental and medical procedures and treatments. Without obtaining a patient’s written informed consent, depending on the nature of the damages and losses and the...
New Year, New Perspective
According to historical records, it is believed that the concept of a New Year’s resolution dates back some 4,000 years ago to the ancient Babylonians. Although the year began in midMarch, rather than in January, they are said to have made promises to the king and the gods to pay their debts...
Truck Driver Fatigue Can Lead to Big Injuries
Truck drivers operate large vehicles and are often behind the wheel for many hours at a time. Although regulations are in place to limit how much time drivers can spend on the road, many drivers and trucking companies disregard these rules. Any sort of fatigued driving puts others at risk and the...
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Explained
Pregnant employees often face unfair treatment in the workplace, which has prompted Congress to enact the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). This law provides a number of unique legal protections designed to make sure pregnant women enjoy reasonable accommodations on the job. The employment lawyers of Stanfield Bechtel Law work to
7 Valid Reasons You Can Get Fired in Connecticut (And 7 Reasons Why You Can’t)
Connecticut is an at-will employment state. What this means for the employee is that, in general, an employer can fire you for any reason it wants to. Of course, there are limits and exceptions to this right, and not all job terminations are legal. Stanfield Bechtel Law is an experienced Connecticut...
Ask the Attorney: Will My Car Accident Case Actually Go to Court?
Court can be stressful and is often beset with delays. There is also the inherent risk that, despite making the best possible case, a jury will side with the defendant or the verdict will later be appealed. The most optimal scenario for a car accident victim is an out-of-court settlement that...
Red Flags: Signs of Dental Malpractice to Watch Out For
Dental patients trust their dentists and their assistants to provide safe and professional care. But in 2020 alone, over 2,000 malpractice lawsuits were filed against dentists, according to the National Practitioner Data Base. It’s critical to your health and finances that you understand some of the common red flags of dental...
Detecting Accounting Malpractice: Red Flags and Risk Mitigation Strategies
Accounting malpractice is a serious threat to the well-being of a business. Unfortunately, many companies find out there’s a problem only after it’s too late. Learning the various signs that accounting malpractice is occurring can save your business financial and legal problems. It can also help your organization adopt strategies to...
Exploring the Consequences of Legal Malpractice for Clients
Attorneys are trusted to advocate for the best interests of their clients, leveraging their experience and skills to seek the most advantageous outcome. Although no lawyer can absolutely guarantee the outcome of a particular case, every lawyer is expected to be competent, ethical, professional, and dedicated to the client. When this doesn’t...