EEOC-Employment Law

Speaking up about unsafe working conditions should never cost someone their job, their pay, or their future. Yet for many Tennessee employees, reporting a safety issue becomes the moment when their work life begins to change in subtle but serious…

Remote and hybrid work are now widely adopted across Tennessee companies of all sizes. Many employers value the flexibility and expanded talent pool that remote work brings. At the same time, managers and business owners face new questions about productivity,…

Being demoted or having your pay reduced can feel like the ground has shifted beneath you. One day, your role and compensation reflect years of experience and effort. The next, you are asked to accept less authority, less pay, or…

Employee wellness programs are no longer optional perks. Across Tennessee, employers are investing in initiatives designed to support physical health, mental well-being, and work-life balance. These programs often reflect a genuine effort to create healthier workplaces and retain talent in…

Retaliation is one of the most common issues employees face in Tennessee and across the country. Workers often believe it is only illegal when it involves workplace discrimination against a protected class such as race, gender or disability. But the…

Businesses across Tennessee handle enormous amounts of employee information every day. From Social Security numbers to payroll data, performance evaluations, medical records, timekeeping logs and internal communications, employers maintain files that reveal the most personal aspects of a worker’s life.…

Flexible work policies often begin with good intentions. Employers want to support employees, remain competitive, and modernize operations. Problems usually arise not from the concept itself, but from informal decision-making, undocumented exceptions, and inconsistent enforcement. In our work advising employers…

“Mergers and acquisitions can redefine a company’s future, but they also reshape the working lives of every employee involved. When the stakes are high, clarity and compliance matter more than ever.” – Alan Crone, Founder of The Crone Law Firm.…

“Your employment classification determines your pay, your protections, and your financial future. When an employer gets it wrong, workers carry the burden. Our job is to make it right.” Attorney Alan Crone, Founder and CEO of The Crone Law Firm…

Has your employer recently told you that you need to return a commission you already earned? Unfortunately, you are not alone. Many Tennessee workers find themselves in this exact moment of uncertainty, wondering whether the company is allowed to demand…

“When employees lose their jobs unexpectedly, they deserve clarity, not confusion or vague promises. Our goal is to give workers the information and legal protection they need when facing job loss or severance negotiations.” – Alan Crone, Founder of The…

“When employees hear the phrase ‘at-will employment,’ they assume their employer can do whatever they want. But that’s not the whole story. There are limits to when and how someone can be fired.” Alan Crone, Founder of The Crone Law…