Whether your employer refuses to pay the overtime you deserve or you face sexual harassment, a wide variety of violations can occur in the workplace. In addition, many workers have to deal with serious consequences as a result of discrimination, which can take place...
Month: July 2022
Almost 50% of LGBTQ workers have faced workplace discrimination
Many employees across California and the nation face some type of discrimination in the workplace. Yet, for members of the LGBTQ community, the chance of falling victim to such treatment is much higher. Research shows that almost half of all LGBTQ workers across the...
Should an employer train independent contractors?
As an independent contractor, you do not enjoy the same kinds of benefits that you would have as an employee. On the other hand, you have more latitude to determine how you carry out your work. In the event an employer exerts greater control over your work practices,...
What steps can you take to prevent retaliation?
Allegations of retaliation can put your business in jeopardy. If your company receives a complaint of discrimination, you may feel frustrated. However, the most important thing for you is to listen and treat all your employees with respect, particularly those who...
Does sexual harassment always involve physicality?
These days, sexual harassment cases tend to get a lot of news coverage. However, most of these cases have a high sensationalist profile and often involve physical contact or assault. Despite this, many instances of sexual harassment in the workplace actually do not...
Data on age discrimination
Whether you are approaching middle age and worry about the possibility of discrimination based on your age or you have already dealt with unlawful discrimination as an older worker, it is essential to have a clear understanding of your rights as an employee. If...
What does pregnancy discrimination look like?
Despite advances made to workplaces in many other ways, discrimination and harassment continue to exist and plague workers of all walks of life. Pregnant workers in particular face discrimination before and after getting hired to work for a company. What forms does...
Going over examples of retaliation
If you decide to take action as a result of discrimination or sexual harassment, you need to have confidence and a clear understanding of your legal rights. Unfortunately, some workers stay silent and allow mistreatment to continue because they worry about the...
Identifying and addressing religious discrimination
If you have experienced discrimination at your place of employment as a result of your religious beliefs, you need to firmly stand up for your legal rights as an employee. In addition, you should also take action if you dealt with unlawful discrimination while...
Toxic workplaces, harassment and high blood pressure
Workplaces that allow harassment could cause employee health issues. FastCompany.com reports that silence could be a symptom of an unhealthy work environment. Coworkers who rarely talk to each other may reveal on-the-job tension. Some workers may have also experienced...