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Sexual harassment in the workplace is relatively common, but it often goes unreported. While it’s difficult to determine exactly how many incidents are kept quiet, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has provided some insights. According to their...
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) gives eligible employees the right to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave a year for specific family and medical reasons. It means you can take time off work without fearing losing your job or health insurance...
Workers over 40 may encounter age discrimination in the workplace, manifesting through offensive remarks, discriminatory policies, or unfair treatment. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) is the primary federal law that protects older workers from unfair...
People should be able to work and earn a living without anyone giving any consideration to the color of the person’s skin or their ancestry. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 covers those matters in Title VII. This title gives very specific guidelines for employers when it...
Employment issues can feel overwhelming. You might wonder if your experience qualifies for legal action. Knowing the basics can help you determine if you have a valid claim. In this blog we explore what counts as a case in employment lawsuits. Discrimination in the...
Workers benefit from numerous protections under state and federal law. They can report injuries and request accommodations for their functional limitations. They have the right to organize with one another, request unpaid leave when necessary and to report misconduct...
The image of a male executive chasing a female secretary around his desk is a long-standing stereotype of workplace sexual harassment in the minds of many – but it’s far from the whole truth. Studies have shown that there’s something called a “paradox of power” that...
With many companies starting to plan their holiday parties, it seems like a good time for a reminder that sexual harassment by co-workers can occur outside of work hours – and outside the workplace. It’s just as wrong as if it occurs in the workplace. It’s not just...
Men can’t get pregnant. Only women can. Hence, when an employer treats a pregnant employee incorrectly because they are pregnant, the law may view it as gender discrimination. As you probably know, gender discrimination at work is prohibited by law. An employer does...
Overtime pay is important because it ensures workers get fair pay for long hours. However, understanding who gets overtime pay, especially if you receive a salary, can be tricky. What should salaried employees know about overtime pay? Who qualifies for overtime pay?...