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Plain-English guides to the law. General information, not legal advice.

ADA + Disability Accommodation in Ohio

Ohio disabled employees are protected by the federal ADA (15+ employees) + state law — employers must engage in interactive process + provide reasonable accommodations unless undue hardship.

Age Discrimination in Ohio

Ohio workers age 40+ are protected by the federal ADEA + state law from age discrimination — but the Supreme Court's Gross v. FBL standard requires "but-for" causation, making cases harder than other discrimination claims.

At-Will Employment in Ohio

Ohio follows the at-will employment rule — either side can end employment for any reason or no reason. Ohio recognizes the public policy, implied contract exceptions.

Employee Handbook Disputes in Ohio

Ohio employee handbooks can create implied contracts limiting at-will employment — but proper disclaimers preserve at-will status. NLRA also restricts certain handbook policies for employees.

Equal Pay Law in Ohio

Ohio equal-pay law combines federal Equal Pay Act + Title VII with state-level pay-equity statutes — many of which are stronger than federal law (CA, NY, MA, WA, others).

FMLA and Family Leave in Ohio

Federal FMLA gives eligible employees 12 weeks of UNPAID leave for qualifying family and medical reasons. Ohio's state-level paid leave: None — federal FMLA only.

Hostile Work Environment in Ohio

Ohio hostile work environment claims require severe + pervasive conduct based on protected status — but post-2024 EEOC guidance has lowered some threshold standards.

Independent Contractor Misclassification in Ohio

Ohio worker classification: Federal economic-realities. Misclassification as independent contractor (1099) instead of employee (W-2) creates substantial liability for employers + lost rights for workers.

LGBTQ+ Employment Discrimination in Ohio

Ohio LGBTQ+ employment discrimination is illegal under federal Title VII (per Bostock v. Clayton County 2020) + many state laws — sexual orientation + gender identity protected as "sex" discrimination.

Minimum Wage in Ohio

Ohio minimum wage: $10.

Non-Compete Enforceability in Ohio

Ohio enforces non-competes that meet a reasonableness test.

Non-Solicitation Agreements in Ohio

Ohio non-solicitation agreements: Enforceable with reasonable scope.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I be fired for no reason?

In most states employment is at-will, but you can't be fired for illegal reasons — discrimination, retaliation, or reporting wrongdoing. A lawyer can tell you if that applies to you.

Is there a deadline for employment claims?

Yes, and some are short — discrimination charges often must be filed with the EEOC within 180 or 300 days. Talk to a lawyer promptly.

How many employment lawyers are listed in Lakewood?

There are currently 36 employment lawyers listed in Lakewood on CGMIMM.