The Law Offices of R. John Cullar

05/29/2026

Under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), covered employers must provide reasonable accommodations—such as extra breaks, light duty, or schedule changes—for employees with known limitations related to pregnancy or childbirth. Unless an accommodation causes undue hardship, employers cannot deny opportunities or force workers to take leave, making proper supervisor training essential. https://www.eeoc.gov/wysk/what-you-should-know-about-pregnant-workers-fairness-act

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05/28/2026

Estate planning puts you in control of your assets and care—start with an inventory, update beneficiaries, and set durable powers of attorney and health‑care directives. Review regularly and consult an estate‑planning attorney for a confidential, state‑specific review.

For estate planning, take inventory, account for family needs, establish directives, review beneficiaries, note state tax laws, weigh getting help and reassess.

05/26/2026

Did you know that outdated beneficiary designations on your retirement accounts or life insurance policies can completely override your trust? Do not let a simple paperwork mismatch misdirect your inheritance. Check out these five vital trust rules and call us to update your plan.

Seniors should review these five revocable living trust rules before June to avoid probate mistakes, tax confusion, and Medicaid surprises.

05/25/2026

Not getting paid for all your hours? Learn what counts as compensable time, when overtime is owed, and your rights under federal and state wage laws. https://www.justia.com/employment/overtime-and-wage-hour-laws/

05/22/2026

Employees have legal protections when reporting workplace discrimination, harassment, or unsafe conditions. Learn more about how workplace retaliation may occur and the steps available for filing a complaint.

What is workplace retaliation? The definition of the term and 10 examples of ways it can manifest in the workplace. Plus, a few times it's happened in real life.

05/21/2026

Estate planning involves more than simply filling out forms or using online templates. Learn more about the role an estate planning attorney can play in helping protect your assets and long-term wishes.

https://www.americanbar.org/groups/real_property_trust_estate/resources/estate-planning/lawyers-role/

05/19/2026

Your financial advisor can tell you why you need a Spousal Lifetime Access Trust (SLAT) to protect your wealth, but only an experienced estate planning attorney can legally build it. Read this excellent breakdown on the power of SLATs, and contact our legal team when you are ready to execute your plan.

https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/wealth-management-insights/protect-assets-with-a-SLAT

05/18/2026

Under FMLA your employer must maintain group health coverage during leave, but you’re still responsible for your share of the premiums—arrange payments with HR before your leave to avoid cancellation, and consult an employment attorney if your coverage is threatened.
https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/do-i-pay-health-insurance-while-im-fmla-leave.html

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05/15/2026

Disability discrimination and harassment can impact access to employment, education, housing, and public spaces. Learn more about the legal protections available under the ADA and other federal laws.

Learn about disability rights and how to recognize disability discrimination and harassment.

05/14/2026

Beneficiary forms on retirement accounts, life insurance, and POD/TOD accounts generally control who receives those assets — review and update your beneficiary designations after major life events to avoid unintended outcomes.

Most Americans believe their will distributes their estate, but that's not the case with retirement accounts, life insurance, and more.

05/12/2026

The 2026 tax laws offer massive wealth-saving opportunities, but your financial advisor can’t do it alone. Advanced strategies like SLATs, GRATs, and Dynasty Trusts require expert legal drafting to actually work. Read this breakdown of the new rules, then contact our attorneys to legally secure your assets.

Don't wait until it's too late! Get your estate planning strategies in place before 2025. Visit Citizens Private Bank to find out how you can prepare.