Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. In this episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, host Mark Carey delves deep into his use of legal cases as a powerful tool for understanding workplace issues for your career. By sharing real-life stories that illustrate employee experiences, particularly in cases of discrimination, Mark sheds light on the often-hidden realities of the workplace and the lessons to be learned to benefit you in your career. Mark brings his unique expert...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when a seasoned cardiologist finds himself at the crossroads of age discrimination and employment law? Join Mark Carey in this riveting episode of the Employee Survival Guide® as he unpacks the controversial case of Dr. Arthur Fass, who alleged age discrimination against Northwell Health after the abrupt non-renewal of his contract. This episode is not just a tale of one man's age discrimination struggle; it's a deep dive into t...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever wondered how a long-term employee can suddenly find themselves facing sexual orientation discrimination and retaliation, especially when they’ve dedicated their life to education? In this riveting episode of Employee Survival Guide®, host Mark Carey takes you through the compelling case of McConkie versus the Churchill School and Center, where ageism and homophobia collide in a dramatic narrative that serves as a cautionary tal...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever wondered how age discrimination can seep into the corporate world, especially during layoffs? In this gripping episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the case of Linfante Hill v. PVH Corp. , shedding light on the unsettling realities of age discrimination in the workplace. This episode is not just about a legal battle; it's a clarion call for age discrimination. employee rights and corporate account...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever wondered what happens when a dedicated professional risks it all to expose wrongdoing in the workplace? In this gripping episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey takes you through the riveting discrimination legal battle of Dr. Misty Blanchett Porter against Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC). This true story reveals the harsh realities of institutional discrimination, dysfunction, whistleblowing, and the often pe...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Start with a high performer, add an ugly burst of harassment, and end with a firing justified by a $600 regulatory fine—then ask what the law actually sees. We walk through Kittle v. Mavis Tire to unpack how retaliation can survive early motions while discrimination claims stumble on doctrines like “stray remarks” and the severe or pervasive standard. The story moves from profit turnarounds and bonuses to alleged slave-era taunts, a Nazi sal...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when a workplace becomes a battleground for racially hostile work environment discrimination and retaliation? Join Mark Carey and his co-hosts in this gripping episode of Employee Survival Guide® as they unravel the complex civil action of Melissa Garcia v. West Hampton Primary Care and Staffco of Brooklyn, LLC. This case isn't just about legal jargon; it's a vivid exploration of a hostile work environment that spans from 2019 t...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when a workplace becomes a battleground for racial hostility, and the victims are left to fend for themselves? Join Mark Carey in this gripping episode of the Employee Survival Guide® as he unravels the disturbing details of the landmark case Dornal Locke et al. v. Wayne J. Griffin Electric Inc. , where severe racial harassment and racially hostile work environment at an Amazon construction site in Windsor, Connecticut, exposes ...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when a workplace equity agenda clashes with the rights of an employee? Join Mark Carey in this gripping episode of Employee Survival Guide® as they dissect the landmark case of Leslie Chislett vs. the New York City Department of Education (DOE), a pivotal moment in the ongoing battle against racially hostile work environment discrimination in the workplace. This episode dives deep into the intricate legal landscape of workplace ...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever wondered how a hostile work environment can destroy an employee's career in just two weeks? In this gripping episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey unpacks the harrowing details of the federal court case, Ghiorse v. John H. Cook Jr. Painting Contractor, Inc. , where Charlotte Gears, a talented painter, faced relentless harassment during her brief employment. From the moment she stepped onto the job site, Charlotte was ...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Tired of skipping ads while someone tiptoes around workplace truth? We cut straight to the power dynamics that define your job, explain why “employment at will” keeps bias hidden, and share the practical moves that help you protect income, reputation, and momentum. After nearly three decades in employment law, I’ve watched the same tactics repeat across famous brands and billionaire-led companies—selective layoffs, weaponized performance pla...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you tired of feeling powerless in your workplace? You're not alone. In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the pervasive issue of employee control—or the shocking lack thereof. He challenges the status quo of employer dominance, shedding light on how many workplaces create discrimination environments that suppress employee rights and voices. It's time to break the silence and reclaim your ...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you truly prepared to navigate the treacherous waters of your workplace? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey unveils the essential survival skills every employee needs to thrive in today’s complex work environment. With a focus on employee rights, vigilance and self-awareness, Carey reminds us to “watch your back” and stay alert to the often-overlooked nuances of workplace dynamics. Understanding the '...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. This episode is part of my initiative to provide access to important court decisions impacting employees in an easy to understand conversational format using AI. The speakers in the episode are AI generated and frankly sound great to listen to. Enjoy! A top performer with a life-threatening migraine condition built a 15-year career, earned awards, and worked remotely with a documented accommodation—until a post-merger cultu...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever felt the tension between your employer's demands and your rights as an employee? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into a landmark legal case that could change the way we view remote work and employee rights forever. Join us as we unravel the compelling story of Luciano Russo and George Messiah, two National Grid USA dispatchers who stood up against their company’s insistence on ...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you feeling the pressure to return to the office, despite the flexibility that remote work once promised? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the post-COVID landscape, revealing how the pandemic has reshaped employee rights and workplace dynamics. As workers grapple with the harsh reality that they are now fighting simply to keep their jobs, Mark sheds light on the alarming trend of emp...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever felt like your corporate job is a game rigged against you? Welcome to the world of employnomics, where the scales of power are tilted heavily in favor of employers, often at the expense of hardworking employees. In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, host Mark Carey takes a deep dive into the troubling dynamics of the workplace called employnomics, exposing practices like non-compete agreements, forced arb...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Did you know that many employees are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) without even realizing it? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the often-overlooked topic of disability rights in the workplace. If you've ever downplayed your conditions—be it anxiety, chronic pain, or mental health issues—you might be missing out on crucial protections that could enhance your ca...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. This episode is part of my initiative to provide access to important court decisions impacting employees in an easy to understand conversational format using AI. The speakers in the episode are AI generated and frankly sound great to listen to. Enjoy! A half-billion-dollar verdict in the case of Martinez v. Southern California Edison doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when a culture rots, a whistleblower speaks up, and ...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that your quest for justice in the workplace could inadvertently jeopardize your case? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, host Mark Carey dives deep into the critical legal pitfalls employees face when gathering evidence for workplace discrimination, harassment, or retaliation claims. This episode is not just another podcast; it’s a vital resource for anyone navigating the complex world of employment ...