Employee Survival Guide®
The Employee Survival Guide® is an employment law podcast only for employees about everything related to work and your career. We will share with you all the employment law information your employer and Human Resources does not want you to know about working and guide you through various work and employment law issues. This is an employee podcast.
The Employee Survival Guide® podcast is hosted by seasoned Employment Law Attorney Mark Carey, who has only practiced in the area of Employment Law for the past 29 years. Mark has seen just about every type of employment law and work dispute there is and has filed several hundred work related lawsuits in state and federal courts around the country, including class action suits. He has a no frills and blunt approach to employment law and work issues faced by millions of workers nationwide. Mark endeavors to provide both sides to each and every issue discussed on the podcast so you can make an informed decision. Again, this is a podcast only for employees.
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Episodes
178 episodes
Fired For Cause, Not The End
“Terminated for cause” sounds like a career-ending verdict, but we pull back the curtain on what the label really means, why companies use it, and how you can fight back without burning bridges. Mark Caring walks through the legal standard for ...
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Season 7
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Episode 26
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5:43
Overtime Myths, Busted Fast
Think salary means no overtime? That belief costs workers thousands every year. We take you through a fast, practical audit to see if your “exempt” status holds up under the Fair Labor Standards Act—and where employers often get it wrong. From ...
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Season 7
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Episode 25
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6:29
Severance Negotion Power Moves: No. 2
The moment the axe falls is disorienting: a manager reads a script, a number sits on a page, and your mind races to rent, kids, and health insurance. We slow that moment down and turn panic into a plan, showing how to price your signature, prot...
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Season 7
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Episode 24
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5:46
Severance Negotiation Power Moves: No. 1
The folder hits the table, the clock starts ticking, and your mind races. We’ve all heard “It’s standard” and “We can’t change this,” but that script is designed to rush you into signing away real leverage. We break down the severance playbook ...
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Season 7
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Episode 23
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4:56
Surrogacy, Pregnancy Discrimination, and Navigating Employment Law Challenges: Employee Rights Unveiled
Are you aware that the legal protections for surrogate pregnancy mothers in the workplace remain shrouded in ambiguity? Join Mark Carey in this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, where he navigates the intricate landscape of ...
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Season 7
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Episode 22
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13:55
How A $90,000 Quit Fee Employment Contract Trapped Immigrant Nurses In New York: Magtolls v. United Staffing Registry
What happens when the pursuit of the American Dream turns into a nightmare under an abusive employment contract? In this gripping episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey uncovers the use of abusive employment practices faced by immi...
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Season 7
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Episode 21
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36:52
Navigating Whistleblowing in High-Stakes Careers: Trevor Murray's Fight Against UBS Workplace Discrimination and Retaliation
What would you do if your career was at stake, and your integrity was challenged by the very system you worked for? In this gripping episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey unravels the whistleblowing legal saga of Trevor Murray, a stra...
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Season 7
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Episode 20
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33:13
Unmasking Workplace Discrimination: The Case of Jose Laporte and Employee Rights in Crisis
Have you ever felt the weight of an unjust performance review hanging over your career like a dark cloud? In this gripping episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey and his co-host unravel the harrowing tale of Jose Laporte, a correct...
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Season 7
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Episode 19
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33:40
From Corporate Success to Legal Nightmare: Matthew Connolly’s Fight Against Malicious Prosecution at Deutsche Bank
What happens when corporate ambition turns into a nightmare? In this gripping episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, host Mark Carey takes you on a journey through the shocking story of Matthew Connolly, a former Deutsche Bank employee who fa...
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Season 7
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Episode 18
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34:44
The Rise of Workplace Bullying: Empowering Employees to Navigate Harassment and Discrimination Issues
Are you one of the 32% of American workers who have experienced workplace bullying? In this eye-opening episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the disturbing rise of workplace bullying, a crisis that is often ove...
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Season 7
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Episode 17
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13:15
Mastering Severance Negotiation: Empowering Employees to Navigate Job Loss and Secure Fair Agreements
Have you ever felt the gut-wrenching anxiety of being fired or laid off? The uncertainty can be overwhelming, but what if you could turn that fear into an opportunity? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey div...
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Season 7
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Episode 16
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8:09
Pregnancy Discrimination, Disability Discrimination and Wrongful Termination: Guerrero v. Constellation
What happens when a simple HR request spirals into a legal nightmare of pregnancy discrimination? Join Mark Carey in this riveting episode of the Employee Survival Guide® as he unravels the gripping case of Jennifer Guerrero vs. Constell...
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Season 7
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Episode 15
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33:48
A Worker Asked For FMLA To Care For Her Dying Father And Was Fired Eight Days Later: Molly Sanders v. Zurich Insurance
What happens when personal FMLA crises collide with the relentless demands of work? In this gripping episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the harrowing legal battle of Molly Sanders against Zurich American Insurance C...
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Season 7
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Episode 14
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32:13
UBS Files a Motion to Dismiss Tom Hayes' Malicious Prosecution Case
What happens when a financial villain becomes a plaintiff in a landmark legal battle? Join Mark Carey in this riveting episode of the Employee Survival Guide® as we dissect the extraordinary journey of Tom Hayes, the former trader at the center...
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Season 7
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Episode 13
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16:33
Mark Wants to Interview Listeners for Their Employee Story
The loudest truths in the employee workplace rarely make it into court filings. We’re changing that by opening our mic to employees who’ve lived through discrimination, retaliation, whistleblowing pressure, or predatory noncompetes—and want the...
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Season 7
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Episode 12
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4:24
Unpacking Immigration Policies: How They Shape Workplace Dynamics and Employee Rights You Must Know
Are you aware that evolving immigration policies can silently shape your workplace dynamics? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the complex implications of immigration on employee rig...
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Season 7
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Episode 11
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8:21
Mark's Use of Real Legal Case Decisions to Help You Access Employment Information for Your Career
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, p...
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Season 7
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Episode 10
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7:04
Age Discrimination: Arthur Fass, MD v. Northwell Healthcare System
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...
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Season 7
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Episode 9
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21:13
Sexual Orientation Discrimination: Dennis McConkey v. Churchill School and Center
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 Guid...
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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25:28
Age Discrimination: Christine Linfante-Hill v. PVH Corp.
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 l...
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Season 7
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Episode 7
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26:59
Discrimination- Misty Porter, MD v. Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
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...
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Season 7
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Episode 6
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35:46
Racially Hostile Work Environment and Retaliation: Tim Kittle v. Mavis Discount Tire
Start with a high performer, add an ugly burst of racially hostile work environment 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 re...
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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28:06
Racially Hostile Work Environment: Melissa Garcia v. Westhampton Primary Care
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 a...
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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39:22
Racially Hostile Work Environment: Locke v. Wayne Griffin Electric, Inc.
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 la...
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Season 7
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Episode 3
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36:32
Racially Hostile Work Environment: Chislett v. NYC DOE
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 Ed...
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Season 7
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Episode 2
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33:40