About Canaan Suitt, J.D.
Canaan Suitt received his J.D. from William & Mary Law School. After serving as a senior editor for the law school’s comparative law blog, he was a staff member of the William & Mary Environmental Law and Policy Review (ELPR). As a legal intern at the National Center for State Courts, he assisted in international rule of law projects and policy review; as a research assistant, he studied political dynamics in the U.S. federal judiciary. His articles on law and philosophy have been published in the ELPR as well as the academic journal Dewey Studies. He loves using his background in research and writing to make legal information accessible. Canaan currently writes for SuperLawyers.com. In his free time, he enjoys reading, travel, and being a cat dad.
Articles written by Canaan Suitt, J.D.
Can You Sue Your Employer for Slander and Defamation?
An employer's negative statements about you can seriously impact your personal and professional reputation. You could get turned down for a new position, be passed over for a promotion, or lose your job. If your employer knowingly or recklessly made false statements about you and you were harmed as a result, you can sue them for defamation of character. This article shows how to prove a defamation claim and situations when defamation comes up in employment. Understanding your employees' rights …
Can Your Boss Force You To Work While Sick?
Getting sick is bad enough. Your employer can make the situation worse if they insist you come to work while sick. Making you work while sick could also spread the illness to your co-workers. As an employee, it's essential to understand your employee rights and your options if you get sick while working. This article covers the legal protections employees have when they get sick and how to deal with employers. Is Your Employer Legally Required to Provide Paid Sick Leave? The answer to this …
Is It Illegal To Hire an Employee Under False Pretenses or Promises?
Imagine a hiring manager who wants to recruit their competitor's top salesperson. They know they will have to make the conditions of employment look very attractive. So, the hiring manager tells the salesperson that if they join the new team, they will have access to a larger sales market, lead sales projects, and higher commissions. Based on these promises, the salesperson takes the job. But the new employer doesn't follow through and the salesperson makes less money than before and never gets …
What Happens if a Construction Worker Gets Hurt on the Job?
Construction sites can be hazardous workplaces. Construction injuries can lead to costly medical treatment, time away from work, and even permanent disabilities. This article will cover some of your options if you have been injured on the job site and point you to legal help. Options for Injured Construction Workers The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) lists four leading causes of injury in the construction industry: Falling from heights Getting struck by falling objects or …
Types of Construction Injuries With Heavy Machinery
If you are a construction worker, you or someone you know may have been injured by heavy machinery on the job site. Construction injuries can result in expensive medical bills, time away from work, and lost earning potential. You may have many questions about what to do: Who is responsible? Do I have any legal claims? Am I entitled to workers' compensation? An experienced construction accident lawyer can answer these questions. This article will help you start the process of finding a lawyer to …
What Are the Most Common Injuries in the Construction Industry?
With heavy building materials, machinery, and heights, many types of accidents can happen on the construction site, and some can lead to serious injury. Construction workers who are dealing with the results of a workplace injury may wonder if they have any legal options. This article will cover some of the main construction site accidents and injuries. If you or a loved one has experienced an injury during construction work, you may need to seek legal advice. Common Construction Injuries …
Do I Need a Construction Accident Lawyer?
Construction work is one of the more dangerous professions in the United States. If you work in construction, you or someone you know has probably experienced a construction site accident. If an accident resulted in injuries, you might be wondering what your legal options are and if you need a lawyer. Dealing with the aftermath of a workplace injury can be complicated. If legal action is involved, things can get even more complex. Speaking with an experienced construction accident attorney can …
Hiring a Construction Accident Attorney
Even with robust workplace safety regulations, construction sites can be hazardous areas. The construction industry tends to have more fatalities each year than other industries, often due to falls and falling objects. So, if you are a construction worker, you or a colleague may have experienced some accident on the job site. Construction site accidents can result in serious injury, large medical bills, and extended time away from work. If you have experienced a construction site injury, you …
Joint Tenancy vs. Tenants in Common: What's the Difference?
There are many situations in which you could own property with someone else. Common examples include a couple buying their first house together, friends purchasing a piece of real estate to share for recreation or business purposes, and inheriting a piece of property with siblings. Each of these arrangements raises legal questions for the co-owners. What ownership interests do you have as a co-owner? What share of the property is yours? Can you use the entire property even if you aren’t the …
Legitimate Reasons You Can Sue Your Landlord (And Win)
If you’re renting a house or apartment, you want your tenancy to be free of problems and conflicts. When issues come up, you want them solved quickly. If problems do arise with your landlord, it's essential to understand what you can do and when legal action may be necessary. Knowing your options is key to restoring peace as quickly as possible. For legal advice, reach out to a local landlord-tenant law attorney. Can You Sue Your Landlord? The short answer to this question is: Yes, you can. …
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