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There are laws in place in the US that prevent employers from being able to discriminate against you because of your religious beliefs. You shouldn’t feel like you have to hide your religion from your employer for fear of what this might mean for how you’re treated by...
Pregnancy is one of the leading roots of discrimination in the workplace. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) enforces laws to protect applicants and employees who are pregnant. This means you are protected from being discriminated against,...
Employment law is one of the most complicated areas for employers. They must follow many rules to keep from violating the rights of their personnel. Some employer errors do not harm workers, but others can pose immediate hardships. Those with a disability often feel...
Microaggressions can be a form of harassment or an indication of discrimination on the job. These are small interactions, such as thinly veiled insults or backhanded compliments. They’re not as overt as direct discrimination, but they can be an indicator of the same...
Most employers understand that age discrimination is illegal under the federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (“ADEA”). That law applies to organizations with at least 20 employees and to employees who are at least 40 years old. Businesses have still...
Thousands of employees go through pregnancy discrimination at work every year. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) enforces two laws that protect pregnant employees. These are Title VII and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Despite laws...
Whether you are working at the front or back office, chances are your job involves interacting with people other than your co-workers. Independent contractors, customers and suppliers play crucial roles in keeping your employer in business and, by extension, keeping...
You take a job, knowing that it pays minimum wage, but you have bills to pay and you’re simply looking for any form of employment. You do the math and it should still be enough to help you with your budget every month. But then you get a paycheck and it is around half...
Navigating a challenging work situation can be stressful, especially when your boss tries to push you out of the company. You need to remember that you have options and can take steps to protect yourself and your career. Below are some practical steps you can take if...
California is an at-will employment state. Basically, this means that your employer can end the employment contract at any time and for whatever reason as long as they keep it legal, of course. While this might sound unfair, the opposite applies too. As an employee...