Sexual harassment is a violation of federal and state employment law, and it's an offense that can lead to termination, lawsuits and even prison time in Rhode Island. Although sexual harassment is usually associated with physical contact between the perpetrator and...
In recent years, inequality has become a national focus. This is particularly true when it comes to civil rights. But inequity in the workplace has also come into question. Some states have taken these local and national conversations to heart. Recently, Rhode Island...
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission recently received letters from six senators regarding discrimination allegations against the online retailer Amazon. According to the letters, Amazon routinely refuses to allow reasonable job modifications and generally...
There are many challenges in the workplace, including things like difficult assignments or early working hours. Unfortunately, some men and women face unique problems that cross the line into workplace discrimination. For members of the LGBTQ community in Rhode...
Despite growing efforts to educate people about what living with autism looks like, there are still many employers in Rhode Island who mistreat their autistic workers. Workplace discrimination is unsurprisingly a commonly shared experience among men and women with...
If your faith is important to you, chances are it touches every aspect of your life, from the way to raise your family to the way you spend your money. Your practice of religion may also influence how you eat, dress and spend your time. While these choices may be a...
Employers often say that they value things like wisdom and experience in workers, while also devaluing the other factor that often comes along with these things -- age. Older workers face more barriers in the workplace when it comes to being hired, maintaining their...
Men and women of all backgrounds and ages in Rhode Island enjoy playing video games, including popular online games like Call of Duty and World of Warcraft. The company that makes these games is apparently not an inclusive or even safe place for women to work, though....
Rhode Island employers need to take complaints of harassment or discrimination seriously. Unfortunately, many choose a more combative option and punish the victims instead. Workplace retaliation is a devastating issue that can make clocking into work...
Although there are some exceptions, most workers in Rhode Island are considered “at-will.” In at-will employment, an employer may fire or lay off workers without any reason for doing so. However, wrongful termination can still take place in at-will employment. Here...
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