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  1. I worked in a variety of positions in HR for 20+ years. I 100% back this. I was sick of all the politics and nonsense. I'll never go back to HR.
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  2. A close friend of mine who was an HR manager once advised me to never volunteer ANYTHING to HR. They work for the company, not the employee.
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  3. Thank God someone is bringing all the HR toxicity to light. Most of the HR departments I dealt with over the years seemed to hire the most corrupt and deranged individuals they could find.
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  4. As HR professional for over 17 years, I confirm that he's correct. HR is in the position to protect the company and its resources from liability. Great breakdown đź‘Ť
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  5. We had a female pregnant co-worker asked when she was going to turn in her two week notice by our manager so she could care for her twins. Being a small company and a tight knit group we, all of the staff, took a vote. We all decided that either the manager goes or we all quit at the same time. Only then we all contacted HR and the VP about the incident and told them it is the manager or the entire site is shutdown for good. Since our site was the only one servicing the Southeastern and Western United States and Puerto Rico (with our big customer base in Texas and Florida) at the time that would have been a serious blow to the company. The incident was resolved satisfactorily, we got to chose a new manager from our own group, and things went on like nothing happened for the next 9 years until we got bought out.
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  6. I was an investigator in the military. HR is one of the WORST people you would trust to conduct any investigation.
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  7. One of my best friends who dedicated her life to becoming an HR generalist because she thought they helped people, was devastated when after completing her schooling and getting hired that she found that this was the case over and over again. She couldn’t help anybody if the owner/c-suite didn’t want to.
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  8. Well... As a wrongfully terminated former HR professional who suffered from her own department incompetence, I have to say that Branigan's videos opened my eyes on some very important things. My pink glasses are lost forever.
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  9. I've always found it interesting that most employees think HR is there for them. They aren't! They're there to protect the company. In almost every case I've ever witnessed in which an employee complains to HR about something or someone, it ends up not turning out well for the person complaining.
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  10. I also agree that "not all are bad". However, 99% of HR "professionals" make the rest look bad. As a senior manager, my greatest frustration is always with HR and their "processes". For example, I had a great employee for whom I submitted for a raise. HR denied it claiming that it was "outside industry norms". IDGAF...we are making millions on that employee's contribution and you want her to move to another company? Yes. It is almost like HR workers get bonuses for decrementing company profits. Add in all the woke flavor of the day BS training they require (now at 145 hours per year in my job) and I'm amazed CEOs cannot see how their love affair with HR is literally destroying their businesses. But...I guess it is hard to notice while you are yachting in Bermuda on the company's money.
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  11. This video is factual! All of these things happened to me. HR works for the company. They run back to tell the manager exactly what you stated. Then they lie and have no documentation to the contrary. They harass and retaliate against you, even on protected statuses. I have had disability/racial discrimination and retaliation. It's horrible how some of these companies treat employees. Treat them as indentured servants who have no rights.
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  12. This is 100% right. A lot of HRs now call themselves Employee & Labor Relations which is more accurate. Larger institutions like mine take even greater measures to pull the wool over your eyes--e.g. they will send people to Equal Opportunity Access to "legitimize" telling people they are not truly being bullied
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  13. You are the only lawyer I see tackling these issues correctly... I am in the EEOC phase with counsel, and your videos have helped me tremendously.... much success to you Branigan
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  14. I work in HR for a small family company, and I never do these things. Good to know what goes on in other companies though.
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  15. OMG! I've always wondered exactly how you were supposed to take notes so that they'd mean anything. Everyone is like 'start documenting' but never say how and why. I appreciate this greatly. Thank you
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  16. Your videos are just damn excellent. I hope you never stop putting in the effort you do to educate employees in California of their rights in the workplace.
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  17. When I was in HR, I joined the HR organization. I hated their focus. In my mind, my position should be to keep the employees happy and the employer within the law. The organization's focus was to wring the employees for as much as possible short of penalty. I didn't read most of their magazines and didn't attend meetings. Gross. Also, whenever I'd get complaints, I'd ask if this was a formal complaint or did they just want to vent. I'd warn them for a formal complaint, I'd have to let their supervisor know. A couple of them just wanted to vent so we went for a walk outside. The other got an employment lawyer and a settlement.
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  18. I am in HR...in addition, not in CA. Just want to say...I don't think I have ever witnessed a lawyer do a better job at explaining what a former or current employee should expect. You nailed it! Respect. =)
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  19. This is excellent and pretty accurate as I've been involved with HR on a couple issued and I don't trust them. They are only for the company not you. They will act like they care when they really don't.
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  20. You are awesome. I know what you mean by " pain and suffering" and sadly that pain and suffering can stop one from moving forward in life and seeking justice inorder to try to get away from the flashbacks and emotions the "situation" brings. Love your videos.
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  21. I know this is not legal advice but your videos have been very insightful. Thank you soon much for putting this content out there!!!
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  22. I just want to let you know that you are my role model! I have been working in HR for the past 7 years and currently hold a VP position. After watching your videos and your journey, I decided to apply for law school this spring. My goal is to become an employment attorney ( In Texas). You are amazing at what you do! Keep it up and keep posting these videos.
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  23. Bravo, and again, bravo! I'm pushing 60, and I'm not wet behind the ears, certainly... but I can't tell you how many times I fell for these tricks over the course of my career. I thank you for exposing the Dark Arts of Human Resources. I wish I had learned from an experienced lawyer like yourself before I was repeatedly edged into one oncoming bus after another, all the while believing - naively as it turned out - that I was taking the high road and relying on my employer's professional ethics and - ha ha ha, sense of decency. You are doing an invaluable service especially to young, eager up-and-comers who are but babes in the woods that are crawling with wolves in sheep's clothing (forgive the mixed metaphors!). Instant "Subscribe."
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  24. I love this guy, he’s got Intelligent skills of breaking down this subject! Thanks
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  25. HR exists to protect the company. Happy employees make better employees, but don’t confuse their role.
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  26. Great information. My experience with HR has never been positive. Take care Brannigan.
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  27. Wow, this upload is right on time. Exactly the information I was looking for. Thank you.
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  28. As someone who is going through this currently and almost certainly being cheated by HR, I will look forward to any other videos you do re arbitration and or HR shenanigans. Very much appreciate all your work on these videos — your earlier HR videos were my guideline to start this process. Starting work with an atty as of today. If I were in CA, I wouldn’t hesitate to give your office a call. Thank you again, sir!!
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  29. He is right on these emails. That completely changed my situation. The company settled fairly quickly. I had 40-50 emails
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  30. Man you are 100% correct about owners treating their employees good. My employer was such a jerk and that’s why I went after his a$$ for breaking the laws
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  31. Some employers actually think that employees don’t have the money or courage to sue them. Smart employers are careful not to mistreat employees and risk being sued. Problem is some non owner managers are morons that act like knuckle heads and do stupid things at work. Them the employer is stuck with a lawsuit. Employers need to train their managers! Employees need to report bad behavior at work. Even if it is your boss. Document everything and stand your ground! Don’t let anyone bully you at work, ever!!!
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  32. Your content, camerawork, delivery, and pacing are all waaay above average -- if I were in the law profession, I'd consider what you're doing as public service for the profession as a whole. Subscribed for more :)
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  33. I love your videos! They are extremely educational and provide a real public service on a topic that is very misunderstood and hard to understand. I have defended myself Pro Se against a large claim and equally large legal team and prevailed... not because I am so smart, but because I caught the other side in a serious procedural error that I exploited and that the judge was sympathetic towards me on. Your videos give the average Joe or Jane smart advice in dealing with difficult situations. Thank you! PS: Excellent tip on posing issues as questions rather than assertions!
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  34. SERIOUSLY MAN, WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN ALL MY LIFE
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  35. Thank you sir, you gave me the courage to find a lawyer to take my case after being fired. I reported sexual harassment to both my manager and HR and nothing was done for months, I was then abruptly fired. I was signed up on contingency immediately and they filed a charge with the EEOC on my behalf. I have a sex/hostile/retaliation case. I am currently seeing a mental health provider for the trauma, I hope I have a strong case and am able to seek justice! Love your videos!!
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  36. YouTube “recommended” this video... interesting. Sadly this video is very true and I learned the hard way working in a city government agency. I filed a harassment complaint on two new directors and they turned the tables on me and since my work performance was no issue, they took the “insubordination” approach. Sad. But I’m on a much better place now.👍🏾 Great video. I appreciate your expertise.
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  37. Excellent video. As an HR professional myself, I can attest that everything in this video is sound.
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  38. Simple and straightforward video, thank you.
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  39. I'm a certified human resource professional and damn you for being so right
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  40. Wow, I went through this sh!tstorm in my previous company. I made the mistake of talking to HR about my manager’s inability to do his job. HR told him my complaint and he blamed his poor performance on me and the company fired me for a bunch of bullsh!t lies about my performance. Caused me a lot of mental stress. It’s just awful the world we live in.
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  41. About to QUIT my 9 to 5 to open my own law firm, I need to hear this.
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  42. Mr robertson. I am a new manager at a high-end grocery store, Leasing unbelievable abuse. I really want to educate myself before launching any kind of action, and not only have you educated on what action to take, but at which specific precise surgical point in time to take that action. What we forget is that we must be tough, we must endure, there must be some form of abuse endured. We have to be tough as nails. And only when there is an injustice must we take action. This is what I've learned from your videos sir. Much respect, much love, I hope I never need you sure. Respectfully yours..
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  43. I had to learn the Hard way, I done everything you said don't do I did. But through it learned all about the things you said through many outlets like yours. And people, listen to this Man he is telling you the truth. You have to be smart, and do not join in with everyone else's drama around you. Do your best everyday, keep smiling through it all. Pray for God to be your protector and move the mountains in your way.. you and God will be the Majority.. but please heed the advice in this Video it will save you heartache. God bless you all!
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  44. I have worked as the Director of HR for many years. Before that, I was the Manpower Specilist in the Marine Corps. In response to your question, it has been my experience that H.R. does in fact stand up and shield the frontline employee; to a point. I have and will continue to tell it straight! Right is Right & Wrong is Wrong! I ensure that I position my employee and position myself in a highly defensible and well-documented space to do the right thing. That said,.... I have a Marine Corps pension coming in every month, my kids are grown and out of the house, and my house is paid off. Many times, a company will hesistate and fail to pull the trigger so to speak, when given an appropriate cause to hesitate. (ie Federal Court)
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  45. HR Senior Expert , 20 years in the HR section. After the transition of my department in an other country, my new Teamleader decided , I am suddenly a low performer and a toxic team member. Bossing for 1,5 years - I tried to stay strong, proofed several times the opposite of her allegations. I asked for help the HR Business Partner. Big mistake: The terminated my contract and now I’m waiting for the hearing in front of the court. I confirm your are absolutely right.
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  46. I want to thank you for your videos, because they are very informative for the situation I am in. The fact of putting funny pics in for using the word but makes the videos that much better. As the situation I am going through is very frustraiting and gives me a fresh perspective with a dash of humor, bringing light to the spot my company has put me in. I rarely ever comment on videos, so take that how you may. Keep up the good work!
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  47. Incredible work. I've seen many corners of the internet and I swear this is about as concrete as online educational content gets.
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  48. Thanks BR! Love your videos. You speak very clearly and easy to understand to the regular folks! I have learned over the years at my last place of employment not to trust HR. As an employee, the place I was at wanted us to be seen and not heard. Don't come in and stir up trouble or you will have the "Target" on your back! So damn true as I found out. Most regular employees were afraid to complain or risk losing the job! The longer I worked there as an "at will" the more tired I became of being treated like a slave and pushed around. Needless to say, I'm out. Thanks and keep up the great work helping others learn about the basics!
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  49. Best Youtube lawyer ever!
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  50. Thank you for this one, Branigan. Now I understand why and how my employer is walking the tightrope and fine line of not firing me, but, leaving me in limbo; not allowing me to return to work. I guess when my worker's comp case settles, it will set a precedent for my civil case verifying and confirming all of my documented injuries sustained while being discriminated against and retaliated against. Wow! What a tangled web we weave!
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