Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C.

Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. DC-based law firm specializing in employment & labor law. Woman Owned since 1975.
Call 202.331.9260

[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

The Americans with Disabilities Act provides that #employees with temporarily or partially disabling conditions are entitled to reasonable #accommodations in the #workplace (Despite lower courts sometimes getting it wrong). Roshni Shikari explains.

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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

DOL's proposed rule for #worker classification clarifies who’s an #employee with protections and benefits under the law and who's a #contractor not entitled to the same protections and benefits. Via @RebeccaARainey @BLaw

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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

Rumor or Reality? Being completely honest about prior drug use is a mistake. @elisabethmbaker clears up common #securityclearance questions. #federalemployees

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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

Find out what #federalemployees need to know about making and soliciting campaign contributions, and attending and organizing political fundraisers as the #midterm #elections approach. Via @courtneybuble @GovExec. #emplaw

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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

KCNF's Katherine Krems explores federal protections for #cybersecurity #whistleblowers after Twitter whistleblower testimony. Via @cci_compliance.

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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

#Federalemployees need to be careful about laws that restrict partisan political activity while on the job. Step 1: Are you categorized as “less restricted” or “further restricted” with respect to the Hatch Act. Via @courtneybuble @GovExec. #emplaw
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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

Are #cybersecurity #whistleblowers protected from #retaliation if they raise concerns about #privacy and #datasecurity vulnerabilities at work? Katherine Krems provides an overview of laws that may apply to protect whistleblowers.

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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

We're pleased to welcome Stacy A. Hickox to the firm as Counsel. A highly respected figure in #laborlaw and #employmentlaw, and #civilrights advocate, Stacy focuses her practice on discrimination, retaliation, and disciplinary issues facing #employees.

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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

Congratulations to @nesbittsarahe on her well-deserved elevation to Associate. We appreciate her dedication to representing #workers, #employees, and students in employment and #TitleIX matters, and applaud her commitment to advancing #civilrights.
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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

Employees with disabilities who request #workplace #accommodations may have recourse if their employer denies their request. Jessica Westerman explains the legal protections that are available to private and federal #employees. #ADA

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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

Whether it’s advocating for pandemic-related safety precautions or hazard pay, wage increases to keep up with inflation, or more flexible working conditions to allow #workers to meet their family obligations, #unions’ work has never been more important.

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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

Congratulations to George Chuzi, Elaine Fitch @ElaineFitch96 , Mary Kuntz @MaryEKuntz, Richard Renner @rennerr3, and Roshni Shikari for their inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2023 edition. #emplaw #BestLawyers2023
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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

Is your #workplace hostile? #Employmentattorney Deborah Nixon explains why determining whether an office environment is legally hostile is complicated. #emplaw

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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

Rumor or Reality 3: It’s ok if I miss a tax filing deadline if I don’t owe taxes, so long as I file within three years. #securityclearance Via @elisabethmbaker. https://t.co/29DnL8adyX

[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

In recent decisions, the Supreme Court has signaled it’s prepared to give a heightened deference to religious practice above other constitutional guarantees. #SCOTUS #emplaw

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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

Does obtaining an abortion jeopardize your #securityclearance? @elisabethmbaker provides insights. #emplaw
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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

.@elisabethmbaker explains why the firm disagrees with two recent EEOC decisions dismissing claims of sexual orientation #discrimination in #securityclearance processing. #emplaw
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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

We’re thrilled to welcome accomplished #litigator, Deborah Nixon, to the firm. #lawyers #lawfirms
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[Sarah Nesbitt @nesbittsarahe]

Still time to register for my webinar “Can I Say It? Survivorship & Defamation After Depp v. Heard” for @JewishWomenIntl, TOMORROW 7/12 at 2 pm ET.
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[Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. @KCNFDC]

Rumor or Reality #2: Mental health treatment will negatively impact #securityclearance prospects. Via @elisabethmbaker
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