Workplace discrimination is against the law. Despite this, it still happens. Older individuals are particularly susceptible. Ageist attitudes have a way of negatively impacting employment experiences. It can be difficult to tell whether someone is the victim of unfair...
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How should you deal with workplace bullies?
Most people assume that bullies and bullying is something that ends in high school. Unfortunately, too many people fall victim to workplace bullying, which can often rise to the level of harassment depending on the nature of the behavior. While it is true that some...
What does non-physical sexual harassment look like?
In the workplace, technological advancements make life easier for workers on a day-to-day basis. Many of the old problems of workplaces from the past have subsided, resulting in an improved working environment for some. However, other issues persist even with the...
Do new moms get nursing breaks at work?
Many women are eager to get back into the workforce after giving birth. In this case, their employers must follow rules established by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) when it comes to nursing breaks. It is crucial that employers are aware of their obligations....
California’s employee rights in hot temperatures
People may first think of time clock fraud or discrimination in the workplace when they hear the term employee rights. However, employees have specific rights and protections in many different situations from the social aspects to the procedural processes. California...
How does harassment manifest digitally?
In the age of digital work and virtual commutes, many problems associated with in-person work environments have fallen by the wayside. At the same time, new problems crop up along with new environments, and this is no exception. Harassment is one of those issues that...
What harassment problems does the digital age bring?
The recent shift to a more digital modern workspace has solved several problems associated with the older format of physical and entirely in-person work that persisted before. At the same time, however, it also created new problems and allowed some old problems to...
What is employer retaliation?
As an employee, you have the right to partake in certain activities at your workplace. You also have the right to equal treatment by your employer without discrimination on the basis of a protected status. Retaliation occurs when an employer takes negative action...
What is pregnancy discrimination?
If an employer treats a worker unfavorably compared to other employees because she is expecting a baby, that is pregnancy discrimination. There are many federal laws that protect employees from pregnancy discrimination, including the Family and Medical Leave Act, the...
What is age discrimination?
Sometimes employers treat older workers differently from younger workers. This may be because of a belief that older workers are less capable than younger workers or do not offer as much value. A federal law called the Age Discrimination in Employment Act protects...