Although women have long been a part of the American workforce, they nevertheless face significant challenges that their male counterparts do not. Among these hurdles is the ongoing problem of pregnancy discrimination, which can impair women’s ability to succeed in ways that men do not need to deal with. But how might pregnancy discrimination impact you, and what can you do about it? Continue reading “How Pregnancy Discrimination Could Impact You”
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Understanding Your Rights as a Disabled Worker
Under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), along with other similar legislation at the state and federal level, disabled workers are afforded certain legal protections. These are meant to help you if you face problems at work due to having a physical or psychological disability. Here are some of the most essential rights you should know as a disabled worker:
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Study Finds Employment Litigation Reached Seven Year High
According to a study by Lex Machina, federal employment litigation has reached the highest levels they have been in seven years, since before the COVID-19 pandemic. This dramatic increase in litigation has been attributed to an increase in both discrimination cases and disability accommodation cases, which have risen dramatically since 2018. This shift is attributed partly to an increase of COVID-related disability claims, as well as other shifts in the law that have made it easier to sue for employment discrimination.
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Dealing With Workplace Religious Discrimination
Religious discrimination in the workplace is, unfortunately, a far more common issue than most people realize. Not only can it have a serious impact on a person’s ability to work, but it can also have consequences that reverberate into a victim’s personal life. But what is religious discrimination, and how can you deal with it if you experience it in the workplace?
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What is Pregnancy Discrimination, and How Could it Impact You?
While sex discrimination of all types is potentially problematic, pregnancy discrimination can be especially harmful to new or expecting mothers. That being said, it is not always easy to identify discrimination against pregnant people when it is happening, unless you can identify the potential signs. But what exactly is pregnancy discrimination, and how might it potentially impact you in your workplace?
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What is Age Discrimination, and What Can You Do About It?
Age discrimination is a surprisingly common issue, harming many older workers who are competent and hard working employees. As a result, many older employees may face a hostile working environment or find their employment opportunities artificially stifled. But what exactly is age discrimination, and what can you do if you experience it yourself?
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Seven Potential Signs of Religious Discrimination
Religious discrimination is a serious issue that affects people of all faiths, resulting in significant personal and professional harm. However, not everyone recognizes the signs of religious discrimination when they happen, even when they cause serious problems for their victims. Here are seven potential signs of religious discrimination:
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Seven Potential Signs of Sex Discrimination
Sex discrimination refers to any type of action that involves treating an employee worse based on their sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy status. Despite the fact that it is illegal, a shocking number of employers engage in it, making life more difficult for women and men in the workplace. Here are seven potential signs of sex discrimination:
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Children’s Hospital Sued by EEOC for Disability Discrimination
A children’s hospital located in Atlanta, Georgia, is facing a lawsuit from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) after it allegedly discriminated against a job applicant due to a disability. More specifically, the applicant noted that they had an egg allergy that would require them to get an alternative flu vaccine. Rather than grant this accommodation, the hospital rescinded its offer of employment, which the EEOC claims resulted in discrimination.
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What is Retaliation in the Context of Employment Law?
While laws like Title VII of the Civil Rights Act (Title VII) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protect Americans from facing discrimination in the workplace, they also protect people from retaliation from their employers. Notably, this protection extends to all employees, not merely those who were originally discriminated against. But what exactly is retaliation in the context of employment law, and how might it affect you?
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