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In the pursuit of a fair and just work environment, it is necessary to understand the key elements that constitute a solid workplace discrimination case. By recognizing and addressing these factors, individuals can navigate the complexities of discrimination claims...
Pregnancy is a significant and transformative period in a woman's life, often requiring dedicated time for rest and medical care. During this transformative time, many women wonder about the intersection of pregnancy disability leave and vacation days. It is important...
Both state and federal laws protect employees from pregnancy discrimination. In a nutshell, pregnancy discrimination occurs when a pregnant individual is treated unfairly solely because of their condition. While this may sound straightforward, pregnancy discrimination...
Some employers or managers dislike it when an employee reports an issue such as discrimination. It may be they think the employee is speaking out of turn, is a complainer or is trying to get someone fired. It may be that they fear the allegations could harm the...
The doctors overseeing a woman's pregnancy will often recommend certain restrictions regarding behavior and diet for her safety and the well-being of her unborn child. Many of those restrictions may apply to her employment. Companies should seek to accommodate...
Washington State has taken a significant step to safeguard the rights of workers through An Act Related to Discrimination Based on Citizenship or Immigration Status. The law went into effect on June 11, 2020. It helps protect the one in seven people in the state who...
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) offers people with disabilities legal protections to help ensure that they have equal opportunities in the workplace. Asking for accommodations isn’t asking for special privileges. It’s merely asking for a “level playing...
Every employee deserves a stress-free workplace. And most employers take appropriate measures to ensure that the workplace is conducive. However, it’s not uncommon for an employee to encounter an incident of discrimination. Whether it is perpetrated by the employer,...
Many businesses have dress codes every employee must follow. Some dress codes specifically detail grooming practices. For example, a dress code may state the length, color and texture of hair and facial hair accepted in the workplace. When employees do not follow...
Disability discrimination in the workplace presents a significant concern, and you must know how to protect against it. Unfortunately, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission reported that workers filed over 24,000 disability discrimination claims in 2020....