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Dec

Will This New Bill Allow Workplace Discrimination?

Employers have been accused of using workplace wellness programs as a way to learn about the medical histories of their employees. Lawmakers in Congress have introduced legislation that some claim could make privacy issues with these programs more problematic. According to opp...

Dec

Workplace Disabilities Part 4: What Are Signs of Pregnancy Discrimination?

Women are targeted with pregnancy discrimination for several reasons. For example, an employer may demote or fire a pregnant employee on the assumption she will ask for maternity leave. Employers also discriminate against pregnant women for needing medical leave or reasonable ac...

Dec

What Are Some Common Examples of Wage Theft?

The UCLA Labor Center claims Los Angeles workers lose a combined $26. 2 million from wage theft every week. This means Los Angeles has one of the highest rates of wage theft in the country. There are multiple ways employers steal wages. The following examples of wage theft...

Dec

Workplace Disabilities Part 3: Do Employers Stigmatize Mentally Ill Workers and Jobseekers?

Millions of Americans suffer from mental illnesses such as depression, bipolar disorder or generalized anxiety disorder – just to name a few examples. However, research has shown time and time again that employers discriminate against workers and jobseekers with mental illness...

Dec

What Did the “a Day Without a Woman” Strike Teach Us About Workplace Equality?

International Women’s Day last week coincided with a “a Day Without a Woman,” a global strike meant to emphasize equality and other human rights issues. Protests took place in Paris, Rome, Madrid, Yemen, and of course – all over the United States. Women in the U. S. partic...

Dec

Is Your Employer Using Dirty Tricks to Steal Your Wages?

Wage theft is not always obvious. Although employers may deduct wages directly from pay, there are more “under-the-radar” methods they may use to steal your hard-earned money. For example, employers may misclassify you as a managerial employee or independent contractor. D...

Dec

How a Former Employee’s Blog Post Caused a Public Relations Nightmare for Uber

Former Uber employee Susan Fowler recently published a scathing blog against the company alleging she was the target of extensive sexual harassment. Susan's blog post details her time at Uber and what she and other female workers experienced. If the following story is ...

Dec

Why Are These Firefighters Suing the City of Los Angeles for Discrimination?

Six firefighters employed by the Los Angeles Fire Department have filed a workplace discrimination lawsuit against the city. According to the plaintiffs, they were subjected to harassment because of their African American or Latino ethnicities. The firefighters allege...

Dec

Will This Lawsuit Change Google’s “Do the Right Thing” Rule?

Google espoused the mantra of “don’t be evil” when it launched its initial public offering in 2004. The saying was created by Google’s founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin. In 2015, parent company Alphabet changed this to “do the right thing. ” However, a new lawsuit filed ...

Dec

What Are Possible Signs You Are Facing Discrimination at Work?

There are several warning signs workers may experience when they are facing discrimination at work. Recognizing these signs is important, because it can give workers time to start gathering evidence that can be useful for pursuing legal options. 5 Possible Warning Signs You ...

Dec

Can Workplace Harassment Harm Your Health?

Workplace harassment is a form of discrimination that targets people of a protected class. Harassment occurs in a pattern over time, and can include the use of slurs, name-calling, threats or offensive jokes – just to name a few examples. Over time, harassment creates a hostil...

Dec

Does Workplace Discrimination Need to be Intentional to Violate the Law?

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) receives thousands of workplace discrimination complaints every year. We often think of discrimination as an “intentional act. ” You may imagine a boss or colleague firing or demoting workers based on the co...

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