Layoffs or reductions in force (RIFs) are among the most nerve-racking experiences possible for modern employees. Even after dedicating years of their lives to a business, their jobs could disappear in a heartbeat to increase shareholder profit margins or streamline...
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Layoffs can be legal or unlawfully discriminatory
Employment discrimination can manifest in many different ways. In some cases, people can't seem to overcome bias during the hiring process. Even after workers secure employment, they may find that they face discrimination from their employers when they pursue...
Can you request disability accommodations?
The disabilities that workers have can be very different from one case to the next. Employers are required to make reasonable accommodations in many situations, and they could be accused of disability discrimination if they refuse to do so. But there isn’t a set...
Will AI lead to more pregnancy discrimination?
Most Rhode Island companies are not allowed to discriminate against workers based on their family status. However, as employers continue to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) programs to help with hiring or other employment decisions, it's possible that companies will...
Recent ruling boosts workers seeking religious accommodations
In Rhode Island and throughout the country, some religious people who are concerned about their rights being protected are often fearful that they will face negative consequences on the job. This is true regardless of their beliefs and the requirements related to...