Podcast appearances and mentions of tom spiggle

Adam Keller, co-host and co-producer of The Valley Labor Report (TVLR), joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the show's expansion, Alabama's legislative session and the state's history of organizing across racial divides. Tom Spiggle, an attorney and founder of the Spiggle Law Firm, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the legality of the Department of Government Efficiency, the implications of a controversial federal employee buyout offer and the differences in protections for union versus non-union federal workers.

Fired? Afraid You Might Be? Know Your Rights  I Tom Spiggle    I've been there.    Unsavory slants about my age. A performance improvement plan And a few other discriminatory digs.    If only I knew then, what I know now thanks to Tom Spiggle.    Tom Spiggle, is an employment attorney who's been fighting for employees and their rights for over 20 years.    His focus: helping those who've been subjected to wrongful employment practices including firings, discrimination, pregnancy, and family responsibilities.    His book Fired? Afraid You Might Be? Use legal leverage to fight back against your employer and win on your terms, provides plainspeak understanding of the legal tools that you can use to get control of your career.   In this episode Tom gives away the step by steps:  What are the tell tale signs that a firing or performance plan is coming?  What should you do to educate and protect yourself  What are the signs to watch for?  How to evaluate your options to decide if pursuing legal action is worth it When filing a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is advised to potentially resolve the issue. Connect with Tom Get his book FIRED here Connect with Loren: Book a Discovery Call  Get Your Free eBook: How To Access The Hidden Job Market LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Email: Loren@portfoliorocket.com

What Happens if Non-Compete Agreements Are Actually Banned by Mark Anthony Dyson Join in this conversation with Tom Spiggle of Spiggle Law firm and me discussing the FTC (Federal Trade Commission) review of Non-Compete Agreements. While many feel this will be regulated, it is still a process. Tom unfolds some of the common questions for […]

Kevin Daisey chatted with Tom Spiggle, the Managing Partner at The Spiggle Law Firm in Virginia. In 2009, The Spiggle Law Firm establishes the Legal Leverage Program™️ to give employees facing problems at work the legal leverage necessary to beat a stronger opponents – the boss! The firm wins one of the largest verdicts in a housing civil rights case in the history of the District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, including a six-figure punitive damages verdict on 2010. Tom publishes in 2014 You're Pregnant? You're Fired! and becomes a frequent commentator on employment law especially as it affects families. Learn from his expertise and what trends are helping grow his firm on this episode of The Managing Partners Podcast! —- Array Digital provides bold marketing that helps managing partners grow their law firms. thisisarray.com Follow us on Instagram: @array.digital Follow us on Twitter: @thisisarray Call us for a FREE digital marketing review: 757-333-3021 SUBSCRIBE to The Managing Partners Podcast for conversations with the nation's top attorneys.

Being a working parent can be a long and intimidating journey, but we are fortunate to live in a time when there is an array of resources to support you on your path. Today’s guest is none other than Tom Spiggle, founder of the Parents at Work Podcast and Spiggle Law, an employment law firm. Co-host Lori Mihalich-Levin interviews Tom about his inspiration for starting the podcast, as well as his own personal journey as a working parent. Join Lori and Tom in this conversation for tips on how to navigate your working parent journey and to say farewell to Tom in his co-host role. Show Highlights:  Lori shares the story of Parents at Work  Tom shares his personal working parent story  Why Tom chose to educate people on the prejudices that happen in the workplace  What sparked Tom’s interest in employment law  Key take-aways from Tom’s book, You’re Pregnant, You’re Fired  Tom shares his experiences being a podcast host Consistent themes Tom’s seen throughout his interviews Tom talks about why he started the “I Got Fired” podcast  Tom’s favorite working parent technology and resources The importance of acknowledging the passing in parenthood Closing advice for the audience and Lori      Links:  https://www.spigglelaw.com https://www.mindfulreturn.com   Contact Lori:  Lori@mindfulreturn.com   Resources:  https://www.google.com/calendar/about/ https://www.paprikaapp.com https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/All-Joy-and-No-FunJennifer-Senior/1114315283?ean=9780062072269

In today’s episode, Tom Spiggle and Lori Mihalich-Levin interview two engineer dads about their experience as working parents. We are joined by Matt Jensen, Business Owner and Senior Project Manager at Kimley-Horn, who has been an engineer manager and structural design specialist for over 20 years. We were also joined by Paul Andrukonis, Director of Personalization for Citi’s US Consumer Digital organization.  Both dads share what it’s like to be a parent in the engineering field, as well as the cultural shifts that have been happening in the workplace. They discuss the importance of empathy and how client relationships have been impacted by developing a more common understanding, along with tangible tips on how to utilize a more flexible schedule. Join Tom Spiggle and Lori Mihalich-Levin in this interview to learn more about what it’s like to be a working dad in the engineering field.    Show Highlights:  Matt and Paul share their experiences as working parents  Having clear expectations of tasks is vital to successful co-parenting, when you’re both working parents  Matt and Paul share what it’s like to be a working parent as an engineer  The ability to work remotely and having a supportive community are huge benefits to working in engineering  Having parental leave for fathers and shared messaging are two work-place supports Paul wishes he would have had  Having easy access to work within your schedule can help you be much more efficient as a working parent  Back-up childcare is a great benefit for companies to offer It’s okay to ask to have flexibility with clients and to do things at home  Being grateful for what you have and trying to be understanding of others is important to help build empathy and be an effective working-parent  Matt and Paul share digital resources they use to make parenthood easier  Finding time for self-care is important to be your best self    Links:  https://www.spigglelaw.com https://www.mindfulreturn.com Contact Lori:  Lori@mindfulreturn.com

SHRM’s All Things Work podcast continues to provide coverage of how the world of work is responding to the pandemic. In addition to being more susceptible to contracting COVID-19, older workers face a number of challenges that contribute to their likelihood of being laid off from their jobs. In this episode, we discuss the experiences of older workers and how the pandemic and accompanying economic downturn is producing murky circumstances where older workers are more likely to suspect and raise claims of age discrimination following layoffs. Tom Spiggle and Natalie McLaughlin are attorneys who specialize in representing employees and employers respectively. Hear Tom and Natalie talk through a number of employment scenarios with host Tony Lee about what does and doesn’t constitute age discrimination in the age of COVID.Please subscribe to All Things Work on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen on your desktop. And be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or on your podcatcher of choice.Keep up with SHRM by visiting the website, liking our Facebook page, checking us out on LinkedIn, and following us on Twitter and Instagram.

Our guest today attorney Tom Spiggle, founder of The Spiggle Law Firm with practice locations in VA, DC, MD, TN, and NC. Tom shares his journey of success in writing his highly successful book, You’re Pregnant, You’re Fired!, a book for mothers, fathers, and caregivers facing caregiving or pregnancy discrimination in the workplace. Tom shares how even 8 years later, his book has been the gift that keeps on giving.   What you will Learn in this Episode: How to implement a CELEBRITY book process that doesn’t cost you thousands and thousands of dollars How to use a book to leverage your client intake process and pre-qualify and educate to motivate your clients before they come in to meet with you. How to write a book that keeps on giving, even 8 years later! How to make certain you don’t run out of steam and give up before you see the fruits of your labor   Links and Resources Hiring & Empowering Solutions on Facebook www.hiringandempowering.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/molly-hall https://www.spigglelaw.com/e-books/youre-pregnant-youre-fired/    

When dealing with a wrongful termination or compliance case, the WARN Act is often effective and used to evaluate the legality of the case. In this episode, Jessica Childress, managing attorney of the Childress Firm PLLC, explains what the WARN Act is and what triggers its effectiveness. Tom Spiggle and Jessica discuss how to know whether or not you are subject to the Act and how you can leverage it as an employee or employer. Join Tom in this conversation to learn more about how the WARN Act may benefit you.  Show Highlights:  What is the WARN Act and what is it for  How to know whether or not your layoff is subject to the WARN Act  What is a WARN notice supposed to include  Employee rights within the workplace to discuss with peers  The requirements for the WARN Act to be effective in businesses  What is a “mini” WARN Act or states different versions of WARN  Federal Causes of Action when the WARN Act is violated  What benefits can you receive from a WARN Act lawsuit  How to bring a claim under the WARN Act    Links:  Contact Tom:  https://www.spigglelaw.com/podcasts/parents-at-work/ For a copy of “You’re pregnant, You’re fired”- tom@spigglelaw.com  Contact Jessica:  (202) 204-2200 Jchildress@thechildressfirm.com  https://www.thechildressfirm.com Resources:  https://www.nela.org https://www.dol.gov

If you need a one-stop short on the latest about unemployment benefits, you can listen to multiple times, and this is the show. My friend and return guest, employment law attorney Tom Spiggle, offers the basics of the expanded unemployment provisions (although most people will need to consult their state unemployment laws). More about Tom: […]

With the many economic shifts that are currently happening, it’s important to stay informed and active in your job searching. Today’s guest, Mark Anthony Dyson, is a professional career advice writer with an array of insight on the industry and how to find opportunities. Mark shares how you can participate in online discussions, resources to network, and how to expand your reach. Join this conversation with Tom Spiggle and Mark to learn more about the benefits of participating in online communities and how you can find job opportunities.  Show Highlights:  How is the current pandemic affecting the job market  The importance of maintaining conversation during distancing  How to get into jobs with low point entry and still get good pay  How to keep up with relevant pay and hiring data  The importance of staying active and joining industry groups  Virtual networking events and utilizing online discussion boards  Strategies to stand out to employers and the importance of follow-ups  Platforms to connect with employers and get job information  Making job searching a lifestyle   Links:  Contact Tom:  https://www.spigglelaw.com/podcasts/parents-at-work/ For a copy of “You’re pregnant, You’re fired”- tom@spigglelaw.com    Contact Mark:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/markanthonydyson https://thevoiceofjobseekers.com/voice-job-seekers-podcast/   Resources:  https://remote.co https://www.flexjobs.com https://www.job-hunt.org/work-from-home-jobs/work-from-home-remote-job-tools.shtml www.payscale.com https://www.glassdoor.com/index.htm

Professionals who work in corporate social responsibility often exude a passion for making a difference in their jobs.  What happens when CSR professionals are also passionate about their families?   In today’s interview, Tom Spiggle and co-host Lori Mihalich-Levin interview Justin Steele and Brian Breckenridge, to take a deep look at what it means to be a dad in the social impact field.   Justin Steele, Director at Google.org and leader of philanthropic grantmaking for the United States, Canada, and Latin America, shares how his position at Google has supported and improved his parenting experience. He discusses the benefits of a flexible work arrangement and how the trajectory of how we work as a society has drastically affected what it looks like to be a parent today.  Brian Breckenridge, Senior Director and Executive Director at Box.org, also shares the different dynamics of his family experience and how he’s incorporated mindfulness into his parenting techniques and career.  Join Tom Spiggle and co-host Lori Mihalich-Levin in this interview for great insight on not only the major impacts CSR is making today, but for practical tips to balance work and parent life.  Show Highlights:  Justin’s working parent story and what it was like having kids while in graduate school Brian’s working parent story and how his family journey has shifted over the years  How being a parent or spouse generally affects a career in the CSR industry  Interweaving work with parenthood and how CSR work can impact your children  How having a flexible work arrangement has been the greatest support for Justin  How work culture and managers can drastically impact working parents  The many benefits of CSR and the progressive approaches it’s taking with employees Changes occurring within the industry that are affecting working parents  Protecting emotional energy in a career that demands long hours and technological attention  Being conscious of phone use and time spent on social media outside of workspace  Finding balance in different areas of life and prioritizing how we invest our time  Critical resources for parents  Incorporating optimal living and mindfulness practices into parenting    Links:  Contact Lori:  https://www.mindfulreturn.com Lori@mindfulreturn.com  Contact Tom:  https://www.spigglelaw.com/podcasts/parents-at-work/ For a copy of “You’re pregnant, You’re fired”- tom@spigglelaw.com    Resources:  The Meritocracy Trap by Daniel Marovitch Just Enough by Laura Nash https://families.google.com/familylink/ https://www.mindfulschools.org/inspiration/mindful-reflection/ https://www.life360.com How Will You Measure Your Life by Clayton Christensen

Tom Spiggle is author of the book “You’re Pregnant? You’re Fired: Protecting Mothers, Fathers, and Other Caregivers in the Workplace.” He is founder of the Spiggle Law Firm, which has offices in Arlington, Va., Washington, D.C., and Bethesda, Md., where he focuses on workplace law helping protect the rights of clients facing pregnancy and caregiver discrimination, sexual harassment and wrongful termination in the workplace. To learn more, visit: https://www.spigglelaw.com/contact. Website: http://www.spigglelaw.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spigglelaw/Twitter: https://twitter.com/tspiggleLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-spiggle-law-firm/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spigglelaw/

When I heard Tom Spiggle's story of taking a career risk by starting his own law firm in order to gain control of his time and to be able to be there for his kids I knew he had to be on the show. Tom has a healthy and fresh perspective on fatherhood and parenting. Through his law firm, Tom is an advocate for parents who have suffered discrimination in the workplace. Tom has four children and for that reason spends a great deal of time at the firm he founded in 2009. When he had fewer children and more time, Tom managed to graduate with honors from the Georgetown University Law School, clerk for a judge, work at several private law firms and serve as an Assistant United States Attorney.

Come October, after a law and a lot of feverish rule making, federal employees are scheduled to start getting paid parental leave — time off for the birth or adoption of a child. With details on how it might work, and what it will mean for employees, federal employment attorney Tom Spiggle of Spiggle Law Firm joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin.

Transitioning into a new job can take plenty of time, consideration, and planning. No matter what the circumstances are, it’s important to evaluate your current situation and goals going forward realistically. It can often be difficult to do this on your own, and that’s where Jason Levin comes in. Jason is a career coach, counselor, and founder of Ready Set Launch. Jason helps people who have recently been fired or left their jobs transition through the different phases from layoff to a new career. Jason shares many tactics to leverage your networking and efficient job search in this conversation with Tom Spiggle.    Show Highlights:  What got Jason into career coaching  What a market place looks like and what people should look for  The importance of processing a layoff before going into the market The difference between a fit, budget, and competency layoff  How social media has impacted job searching  Strategies to get your resume noticed  Finding great references and the importance of using positive body language for interviews  Incorporating things that bring you energy and happiness into daily life  How to decide whether or not you should take your first offer Why you should schedule reminders and follow-ups with employers  Navigating the urge to become an entrepreneur  Being self-aware about what you want in your career and workplace  How age can impact job searching    Links:  Contact Tom:  https://www.spigglelaw.com/podcasts/parents-at-work/ For a copy of “You’re pregnant, You’re fired”- tom@spigglelaw.com    Contact Jason:  Jason@readysetlaunch.net https://readysetlaunch.net

In today’s episode of Parents at Work, Tom Spiggle and co-host, Lori Mihalich-Levin, introduce us to two moms in the performing arts, Rachel Spencer Hewitt and Roberta Pereira. Rachel details her personal challenges as a working mom and the logistics of trying to find acting work while juggling new motherhood. Roberta addresses common practices in the theatre industry that previously haven’t been questioned. Join us as they share insight, tips, and resources for theatre moms, on today’s Parents at Work Podcast.  Rachel Spencer Hewitt received her MFA in acting from the Yale School of Drama. Her credits include Broadway, off-Broadway and regional theatre. She is mom of 2 children, a 4 year old and a 2 year old, the Founder and Executive Director of The National Organization for Individual Caregivers in Institutional Support, and the Founder of the Parent-Artist Advocacy League (PAAL) for the performing arts. Roberta Pereira is a Tony-nominated, Olivier-award winning theatre producer. She’s currently the producing director of “The Playwrights Realm”, an off-Broadway theatre company committed to amplifying the voices of emerging playwrights. She’s the solo mom of 20-month old Bianca.     Show Highlights:   Scheduled craziness and chaos of hours The need for invisible labor, contingency plans, creative problem-solver Saying yes to opportunities that may have a 24-hour notice and then prioritizing that opportunity over everything, no matter how healthy (or unhealthy) that decision is for everyone Reaching out and receiving help from family Broadway Babysitters based in NYC, composed primarily of artists who are used to long hours and understand industry norms Urban Sitter, an online database that will show locations for caregivers while traveling Washington D.C. just passed a paid-leave law FMLA applies to some people, but doesn’t require paid leave Celebrating the individual and saying yes to everything that they are Hostile work culture can break an individual, because of their needs outside of the industry Prioritizing the health and independence of the individual Rachel and Roberta’s goal is to make the industry better for everyone When you’re home, be focused on home The Radical Parent Inclusion (RPI) project - providing childcare at auditions Sometimes not being able to afford being seen is the reason people don’t get the job, and not because they are not capable or don’t want to work. Changing rehearsal dates to coincide with a child’s holiday from school, so that it becomes a day off for both the parent and the child The idea of the “disposable artist”: you work until you’re burned out. Once you burn out, you’re replaceable. If we care about longevity, we need to care about practices that are sustainable. Caring about inclusion through the lens of parenting What lessons can we learn that are transferable? Hiring parents can be an asset Providing a child-care matinee, where children do activities while parents watch a play Being an agent of change within the industry and leading by example Find community! Don’t underestimate the value of resource-sharing. Links / Resources: https://www.spigglelaw.com/podcasts/parents-at-work/ https://www.broadwaybabysitters.com https://www.urbansitter.com https://paaltheatre.com Facebook.com/paalperformingarts Twitter.com/paaltheatre Instagram.com/paaltheatre https://www.playwrightsrealm.org https://www.playwrightsrealm.org/rpi Anna Moensch's Mothers: https://www.playwrightsrealm.org/2019-20 Book: Cribsheet: A Data-Driven Guide to Better, More Relaxed Parenting, from Birth to Preschool by Emily Oster”  Article: “End the Plague of Secret Parenting” by Emily Oster   The “Parents at Work” Podcast is sponsored by:   The Spiggle Law Firm, representing people who have been wrongfully fired, or fear they might be, with a particular focus on pregnancy discrimination.

In today’s episode of Parents at Work, Tom Spiggle and co-host, Lori Mihalich-Levin, introduce us to 2 working dads in the HR field: Wiley Simmons and Adam Calli. Human resources are generally a women-dominated industry, yet men contribute a unique and valuable perspective.   Wiley Simmons is a single father of 2 and came to the HR field through a complete accident. Having an executive and administrative assistant background, he took an admin assistant temp job in the human resources field, and his boss was so impressed with his work, he was offered a position as a benefits coordinator. What he found was that with being prior military, the rules and regulations of the HR profession, as well as his enjoyment of helping people and interacting with staff, turned out to be the perfect career choice for him.    Adam Calli is the proud father of 2 and an HR professional. He is also the principal consultant and founder of the human resources consulting firm, Arc Human Capital, LLC. Prior to working in HR and having children, hotel operations were Adam’s specialty, but it was not especially conducive to family life. He did something quite revolutionary for 2002: he saved up his leave time and took 3 weeks FMLA leave after the birth of his son. Both HR and non-HR professionals alike will enjoy hearing this discussion on industry trends, and finding that perfect balance between work and life. There’s something for everyone here. Please join us!     Show Highlights:   Hard to trust HR personnel when you’re on the other side of the fence HR doesn’t get the accolades as a profession that it deserves Allowing time off to take care of family issues A support system is extremely important Parents need time off, too Mandatory leave law Talking to a therapist as a way to maintain balance Dealing with mental health issues  Taking care of yourself and enjoying parenthood Watching other parents and deciding what kind of parent you want to be Why more companies are becoming interested in paid parental leave plans How the opportunity to utilize technology makes it easier for today’s parents to be more productive Why the “work/life balance” terminology is becoming obsolete The “work/life blending” concept is more practical for today Work and life is still just life Why progressive companies will accept and embrace the blending concept Old-school-mentality companies are in danger of fading out Hyper-efficiency as a brand new parent Which generations might be less accepting of this work/life blending HR availability to remote workers Helicopter parents Families being committed to everything but the family The value of committing to your children and your community Learning how to say no and understanding the commitment of saying yes Being a victim of your own success Encouraging employees to tap into the employee assistance program How a phone is critical technology when managing multiple people The benefit of family-shared calendars/apps How to teach our children time management as members of the family Time management is an incredibly valuable skill to have no matter what your field     Links / Resources:   https://www.spigglelaw.com/podcasts/parents-at-work/   https://www.mindfulreturn.com   http://www.archumancapital.com

This week’s episode of Parents at Work brings you three thoughtful and experienced mothers in Human Resources. Being a mother and meeting the demands of an office can be difficult to balance, so Kelly, Kecia, and Heather share their personal journeys to help others succeed at work while raising children.    This interview covers how to navigate negotiations with your employer, the benefits of having flexibility to set clear expectations, and the importance of giving yourself grace. To learn more about what it’s like to be a parent in HR and how to balance parenthood along with professional life, join Tom Spiggle and co-host Lori Mihalich-Levin in this interview.    Show Highlights:    Personal parent working stories  Retention tools for parent employees Choosing HR as a career path  Not “leaving before you leave” as you contemplate parenthood What it’s like to be a mom in HR  How motherhood can make you a better team player  Support systems that are particularly beneficial when coming back to the office  Using parenthood as a networking opportunity  Support systems that companies don’t always have, but should  The importance of having open communication and open dialogue with supervisors  Changes occurring in the industry that are impacting working parents  Integrating paid leave for parents  Providing flexibility for all employees and getting rid of stigmas  How firms impact families and the improvements the industry is making  Top tips and resources for working parents    Links:   Contact Tom:    https://www.spigglelaw.com/podcasts/parents-at-work/   Contact Lori:    Lori@mindfulreturn.com    Books mentioned:  https://www.mindfulreturn.com/back-work-baby-book/

Being a working parent looks different for everyone, but there are many tactics and techniques that are effective no matter what your current circumstances are. This episode of Parents at Work interviews two lawyer dads, Justin Johnson and Kenny Kraft, who are currently navigating how to be successful both in their careers and as parents.  In this episode, Justin and Kenny share their experiences transitioning back into the office after paternity leave, how to effectively communicate and collaborate with your partner, and how to make time for other valuable aspects of life. For more insight on how to navigate work life and parenthood join Tom Spiggle and co-host Lori Mihalich-Levin in today’s interview.    Show Highlights:  What Kenny’s and Justin’s working parent situations looks like  Whether or not parenthood was a factor in deciding on a career  The transition to becoming a lawyer and parent  What it’s like to be a dad in the legal industry  Communicating with your spouse and navigating parenthood together  Workplace support systems that have been the most effective transitioning back into work  Making work a support system for the more important aspects of life  Workplace benefits that were anticipated to be helpful but ended up being unnecessary  Benefits within firms that are especially effective for working parents Changes that would be advantageous for working dads  The pros and cons of technological growth and how telecommuting is improving  The struggle of finding affordable and flexible childcare  Trusting yourself and collaborating with your partner  The importance of not sacrificing your self-care  Getting creative to implement what you need into your schedule  Limiting and balancing technology use with your children    Links:  Contact Lori:  https://www.mindfulreturn.com Contact Tom:  https://www.spigglelaw.com/podcasts/parents-at-work/ Books mentioned:  Digital Minimalism  I Like Myself The Self Driven Child  

Juggling parenthood as a working mom can be a challenge, especially as a lawyer. Today, Tom Spiggle and Co-host Lori Mihalich-Levin interview two moms who work within the legal field, Anjali Patel and Katy Robinette.    Both mothers currently have two children ranging from the ages of 15 months to 4 years., They discuss their experience as working parents in the private and public sectors, how they found a system that works for them, and the most important things they’ve learned throughout their time as a working parent.    For more insight on what it looks like to succeed in life as a mom and lawyer, tune into this episode of Parents at Work.    Show Highlights:    Katy’s experience transitioning into a judicial clerkship as a mom  Anjali’s experience having children as a mid-level associate at a large firm Preparing to be a working mom and aligning your career with parenthood Looking at jobs with benefits and flexibility for families  Asking firms about their parental policies and finding a firm that offers what you need  Macro and micro perspectives about what it’s like to be a mom and a lawyer  Skills that parenthood provides within the workplace  The push and pull parents feel trying to balance parenthood and a career  Support systems that were effective returning to the office from maternity leave  Changes that are happening in law that are impacting parents  Advice for navigating parenthood in the workplace  The importance of advocating for yourself and asking hard questions  Learning to communicate about your needs as a working parent   Links:     Contact Lori: lori@mindfulreturn.com   https://www.mindfulreturn.com   Contact Tom:    https://www.spigglelaw.com/podcasts/parents-at-work/   Books mentioned:  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17383921-all-joy-and-no-fun   https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/769016.How_to_Talk_So_Kids_Will_Listen_Listen_So_Kids_Will_Talk

Juggling parenthood and a career can be handful. It can be difficult to balance both, but we’re here to share ways employers and employees are working together to make work and life possible.  In this episode Tom Spiggle and (new!) co-host Lori Mihalich-Levin introduce the upcoming themes and scheduling for the Parents at Work podcast.  In this updated podcast format, you’ll hear the perspectives of parents in a new industry or sector each month, parents from different career paths, and a plethora of advice for parents or employers will be included in these upcoming episodes.  To join Tom and Lori on this journey and for helpful insight on balancing work and parenthood, tune into this episode of Parents at Work.  Show Highlights:  Learning from parents in different industries  Issues that parents face in specific industries  What to expect going into parenthood while having a career  Insight for employers to implement in their respective fields  The upcoming schedule for the podcast    Links:  Contact Lori:  https://www.mindfulreturn.com or lori@mindfulreturn.com Contact Tom:  https://www.spigglelaw.com/podcasts/parents-at-work/ or tspiggle@spigglelaw.com 

Brett Kavanaugh's nomination for the Supreme Court is in peril. He has been accused of sexual assault and the woman accusing him of it is willing to testify about it. Will Republicans allow her testimony? Will they really vote to allow a sexual criminal on the highest court of the land? He will have the ability to make crucial decisions regarding women's rights and women's health. Hurricane Florence might have been downgraded, but the worst is yet to come. It's not the wind, it's the flooding. We have all the updates from over the weekend. Plus, Paul Manafort is working with Mueller. Will he implicate Donald Trump? Who is next?We talk to attorney Tom Spiggle about the #MeToo movement, Brittany Shepherd from Washingtonian about the chaos in the WH and Carl Hulse from the New York Times covers all the news fro mWashington!

Many Federal employees may find themselves drawn into an OIG investigation. The OIG is Office of Inspector General and every federal agency has one. They are housed within each agency but supposed to function independently from the agency. OIG's are powerful within each organization and they can investigate waste, fraud, and abuse within an agency. Once an investigation concludes, the OIG can refer a case to a prosecutor in the event that criminal charges are being filed. If you find yourself in a position of talking to an OIG agent without a lawyer initially, you may want to tune in to understand your next steps with Tom Spiggle and guest, Sara Kropf.  About Sara Kropf: Sara is an experienced trial lawyer who defends both individuals and companies. Before starting her firm, she was a partner in the Washington, DC office of Baker Botts LLP, where she represented both public and private companies as well as individuals. Her clients are often accused of serious wrongdoing, such as fraud or conspiracy, and many are targeted by the Department of Justice and the Securities and Exchange Commission. Show Highlights: What OIG is and why you should care  The Difference between an OIG investigation and discipline from your supervisor  Most agents are friendly  Warnings for an OIG investigation  Whether or not you should get a lawyer during an OIG investigation  The crime of making an unintentional false statement  Finding a lawyer with a white-collar criminal defense record  Outcomes and penalties of an OIG investigation  Fifth amendment rights and asserting them  The amount of time put into an investigation Publishing findings  Employment investigations that turn into OIG investigations  Using third parties for information  What happens if you quit during an OIG investigation  Government contractors with OIG  Resources: Www.Kropflaw.com  grandjurytarget.com https://www.nacdl.org

“If you are facing retaliation at work, report it. Report it, report it, report it. By reporting it, not only do you potential have a claim for sexual harassment, you also have a claim for retaliation if they fire you afterwards.” - Tom Spiggle Sexual harassment is something we all need to have greater awareness of around us, but what should we do it’s happened to us? How has the #MeToo movement changed how we’re experiencing this issue, particularly in today’s corporate world? Your career is an asset and you should use the law to protect it, just as you would use a will to protect your physical estate. Our guest expert today shares exactly how to approach protecting yourself against mistreatment and harassment in the workplace. Tom Spiggle is a former federal prosecutor and founder of The Spiggle Law Firm, a firm that empowers women who have been fired or are afraid that they might be. Tom shares powerful resources that help us navigate the complex issues around sexual harassment, and as you’ll hear, even a little bit of knowledge can go a long way when it comes to employment law. Getting the legal help you need usually does not involve a lengthy, and public, legal battle. Applying just a few basic legal principles discussed here today can help you come out on top, without going to court. To learn more about today's guest, visit: https://www.spigglelaw.com/  

Michael Cohen has been Donald Trump's personal attorney for many years. Now that the FBI has raided his office, house and apartment, what secrets will we find out? We talk to attorney Tom Spiggle about whether or not "attorney-client privilgege is dead," as Donald Trump says. Plus, how will Facebook handle the mounting pressure from Congress? Nancy Scola from Politico tells us!

Welcome to the first episode of the I Got Fired podcast! This show is for anyone who has been fired or feels they are about to be fired. This may be the only podcast dedicated to employees who are having problems at work. My ambition is to provide you with the information you need to deal with problems in the workplace. I’m Tom Spiggle, owner of the Spiggle Law Firm, located in the Washington, DC area. I know that employment law can be complicated, so I want to meet your acute need to understand your next steps and make the best educated decision.  Let’s talk about what you can expect from the podcast: The podcast will help you research and educate yourself about general and specific issues that are relevant to you We will discuss two of the major situations that could cause your firing: a “protected category”—under Title VII law, and a “noncompete” situation Guests will be featured who can give competent advice about employment law issues Some of the issues we will cover are how to contest a firing, equal pay, Fair Labor Standard Act, whistleblower and retaliation, and harassment Our objective is to even the playing field so you can make the best choice from the options available People are usually surprised to learn that many steps you can take DON’T involve hiring a lawyer, filing a motion in court, or having to talk to your employer We want to answer questions, give hope, and get you on to the next stage of your life! Resources: www.spigglelaw.com/podcast/Igotfired  

If you're a new parent and you're finding it much more work and a lot less fun than you thought it would be, you're really going to gain a lot from this show. Today, in the first episode, Tom explains that his idea for the show came from his own experience as a father of four children and the juxtaposition of two books, Jennifer Senior's All Joy And No Fun and Bruce Feiler's The Secrets Of Happy Families. Listen in discover how you can live a happy life, even though you have children.   Today, Tom explains that Jennifer Senior's book is about the phenomenon that parents generally score lower on happiness surveys, when compared with people without children and that this flies in the face of the common belief that having children is the crowning achievement in life. Ms. Senior profiles parents who struggle with expectations placed on them, often by themselves, to raise well-adjusted children, with increasingly fewer available resources, such as time, money, or a network of support from family. Thomas points out that the book does, however, have a silver lining, in that most parents do experience a significant amount of joy and meaning in their lives, due to having children. Bruce Feiler's book, on the other hand, points to some possible solutions to the dilemma of parenting. He looks to the lessons learned in business and in other fields, to see if these methods can be used to teach families to function better. He gives an example from the book, of a family who adopted the use of agile management, a project management tool used in the software industry, to help with family meetings and to streamline the hectic morning routine.    Tom says that he hasn't managed to replicate agile management in his house, however, he does dream! Today, Tom tells you what you can expect to hear in his future episodes and he explains that although solutions are great, at times, it really helps just to know that the problems faced by parents are both common and survivable. Listen in today, as Thomas shares his own parenting story by reading the relevant chapter from his book, You're Pregnant, You're Fired.   Some highlights include:    How he was offered a position as an Assistant to the US Attorney for the District of Columbia, in 2005, when he was thirty-three years old, married and had a ten-month-old son. How little idea he had, prior to the birth of his son, of how much work it would involve to be a parent. Sharing the responsibilities of parenting with his wife, who was also an attorney. Their dog, Sawyer, who had health problems and added to the stress of parenting. His decision to spend as much time as possible with his son. His joining the US Attorney's Office in the fall of 2006 – a harrowing situation for all new prosecutor's, given the long hours and stress. The stress of coming home to a strung out kid and a stressed out wife, after a demanding day at work. His battle with insomnia. How his own routine became more extreme. He was learning a lot, but it was difficult. The birth of his second son, Jonah. How unprepared he was for having two children- no one ever got a break! Being diagnosed with Generalised Anxiety Disorder. That no one at work knew what he was going through. A survey that showed that men with families have it easier than women with families do, in the workplace, yet men tend to be more heavily penalized for taking time off work. His realization that he could no longer maintain the way he was working, trying to balance work and family. His work move to a less stressful situation and his coming down with respiratory tract infection. Opening his own firm and dealing with the guilt of his departure from the US Attorney's office- in the midst of an economic meltdown. His realization that it was having children that had made his balancing act so difficult. Making the choice- career or family? The lack of support by the government, for working families and policy matters that are worth debating in this regard.   Link:   Tom's website: www.spigglelaw.com/podcast    

In BONUS Episode 99 of Beat Infertility, we interview Tom Spiggle of The Spiggle Law Firm about infertility rights in the workplace. If you like the show or this episode in particular, please consider making a one-time or ongoing donation to help with production costs. For more information, go to https://beatinfertility.co/donate.

In BONUS Episode 99 of Beat Infertility, we interview Tom Spiggle of The Spiggle Law Firm about infertility rights in the workplace. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

You're Pregnant, You're Fired is a brand new book by attorney Tom Spiggle. Tom wrote the book to grow his employment law practice in Arlington, Virginia. It's working. I interviewed Tom to learn: how he wrote the book and how long it took, what was involved in getting the book published and how much the project cost, and how he's promoting the book and how he's already appeared in The Huffington Post and in other media outlets. You can listen to the interview here, or you can subscribe in iTunes (or any Podcast client) and get all future recordings as well. You can download the book for free---today only---on your Kindle (which, as you already know, works not only on your Kindle but also on your iPhone, iPad, Android, and laptop). Just click on the book title above and get the book. You'll see a perfect example of a successful marketing project that is enhancing Tom's position as an authority, building his reputation, and keeping him "top of mind" with his referral sources. STOP---listen to me for a second please---if you're going to listen to this podcast later (and I know you're going to put it off, right?), then go ahead NOW and download the free book. Why? Because it won't be free later. Here's the link: You're Pregnant, You're Fired. Tom is already getting new clients as a result of the book. In fact, he started getting clients many months before the book was released. You'll hear what he did, how he did it, and how it's growing his practice. I know firsthand that Tom's on the right track with his book. I've done something very similar with Smart Divorce. I've reduced the price, just for today, so you can get a digital copy for 99 cents. I suggest you grab both books so you'll have some examples of what's possible before you get started on your first book.

You're Pregnant, You're Fired is a brand new book by attorney Tom Spiggle. Tom wrote the book to grow his employment law practice in Arlington, Virginia. It's working. I interviewed Tom to learn: how he wrote the book and how long it took, what was involved in getting the book published and how much the project cost, and how he's promoting the book and how he's already appeared in The Huffington Post and in other media outlets. You can listen to the interview here, or you can subscribe in iTunes (or any Podcast client) and get all future recordings as well. You can download the book for free---today only---on your Kindle (which, as you already know, works not only on your Kindle but also on your iPhone, iPad, Android, and laptop). Just click on the book title above and get the book. You'll see a perfect example of a successful marketing project that is enhancing Tom's position as an authority, building his reputation, and keeping him "top of mind" with his referral sources. STOP---listen to me for a second please---if you're going to listen to this podcast later (and I know you're going to put it off, right?), then go ahead NOW and download the free book. Why? Because it won't be free later. Here's the link: You're Pregnant, You're Fired. Tom is already getting new clients as a result of the book. In fact, he started getting clients many months before the book was released. You'll hear what he did, how he did it, and how it's growing his practice. I know firsthand that Tom's on the right track with his book. I've done something very similar with Smart Divorce. I've reduced the price, just for today, so you can get a digital copy for 99 cents. I suggest you grab both books so you'll have some examples of what's possible before you get started on your first book.