Although there has been a lot of focus on sexual harassment over the last few years, it still continues to happen in various settings. Many people may be aware of what sexual harassment means, but it still can be challenging to identify when it occurs. Sexual...
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Month: June 2022
Recognizing and addressing religious discrimination
It is very important to keep an eye out for any violations of your rights in the workplace, whether you experience sexual harassment or retaliation as a result of standing up for yourself. Additionally, you need to immediately identify illegal discrimination, which...
What stops people from reporting workplace wrongdoing?
There is an expectation that businesses always maintain ethical practices. When someone witnesses corporate wrongdoing, that person may want to report the breach. Unfortunately, some who learn of inappropriate activity are reluctant to become whistleblowers. There are...
Are LGBTQ workers protected from workplace discrimination?
The Civil Rights Act – drafted more than 60 years ago – is a pivotal piece of legislation that protects workers from discrimination based on any factors relating to “race, color, religion, sex or national origin.” While this law has served as a launch pad for...