Employers and Employees Can Call 410-919-2990 for Free Legal Advice on Work Related Issues and Labor and Employment Law

ANNAPOLIS, Md., June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Smithey Law Group, LLC is proud to announce an event offering free legal advice to the LGBTQ+ community. On Tuesday, June 20th, from 1-5pm, employees can access Smithey's LGBTQ+ Hotline, and talk to one of their attorneys about any LGBTQ+ employment law issues.

The firm's team of attorneys will be available to answer questions and provide advice on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:

• Discriminatory treatment such as in hiring, promotions, disciplinary actions, termination, or other employment decisions based on:
• Sexual orientation
• Transgender Identity
• Nonconformance to Gendered Stereotypes
• Marital Status
• Sex/Gender of Marital or Domestic Partner
• Harassment by Supervisors or Coworkers
• Hostile Work Environments Based on Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity
• Retaliation
• Medical Coverage and other Employee Benefits Issues
• Legal Issues Related to Coming Out at Work

"A great way for our firm to celebrate Pride Month and support LGBTQ+ individuals is to offer our legal expertise to LGBTQ+ employees, who face unique challenges in the workplace," said Lisa L. Walker, Senior Associate at Smithey Law Group LLC, herself a member of the LGBTQ+ community. "More than 40 percent of LGBTQ+ workers report being closeted at work, and many LGBTQ+ people face discrimination from supervisors and coworkers. Our...

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