Discrimination is not always easy to spot. You may feel slighted in some situations, but it might not meet the legal criteria of discrimination. When it comes to age discrimination, it can be even more difficult to define what this encompasses. You may not even...
Maloney O'Laughlin PLLC fights for employees throughout Washington, from Seattle to Spokane.
Year: 2022
When should you tell your boss about your pregnancy?
Having a baby is a beautiful and exciting time in your life, but there are some challenges to navigate, especially when it comes to being a working mom. Long-standing societal problems relating to pregnancy discrimination may have you feeling anxious about your future...
Sexual harassment is not always obvious
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...
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...
Is your employer’s dress code discriminatory?
If you work for a company that has a dress code that you believe discriminates against you in some way, can you sue your employer for workplace discrimination? The answer depends on a variety of factors. As explained by the Houston Chronicle, employers have the right...
Attorney Amy Kathleen Maloney receives prestigious honor
Attorney Amy Kathleen Maloney, of Maloney O'Laughlin PLLC, has been selected as a 2022 member of the Nation’s Top One Percent by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel. This elite class of advocates consists of the finest leaders in the legal profession...
Employers may not retaliate after wage and hour disputes
Employees have legal rights to inquire about their paychecks and the hours they worked. They may ask about their employers’ recordkeeping practices. Employees may also maintain personal evidence, such as their own timesheets, for comparison. Workers may dispute wage...
Your disability, the ADA and reasonable accommodation
Perhaps you have a disability and use a wheelchair, which requires extra space in certain instances. You are just starting a new job in the bookkeeping department of a local retailer. Your employer must provide you with reasonable accommodation under the ADA. What...