If you struggle with a disability, it is pivotal to address any mistreatment in the workplace at once. Regardless of the nature of your disability, you have rights as an employee and deserve justice if another party fails to respect these rights. Unfortunately,...
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Month: May 2023
What if I get fired for being seriously ill?
From an employment law standpoint, being "disabled" can mean much more than a physical limitation like chronic back pain or multiple sclerosis. A serious, potentially fatal illness that requires intensive treatment with many possible side effects can also affect your...
Employees can overcome pregnancy discrimination
Pregnancy discrimination can be a daunting reality for many working women, presenting obstacles to career growth and undermining their professional contributions. Overcoming these challenges requires empowerment and resilience in the face of bias. Find information on...
How to respond to immigration status discrimination
When employers allow unfair treatment based on citizenship or immigration status to occur, they engage in unlawful discrimination. Immigration status discrimination can harm the well-being of employees and their families, resulting in lost earnings, career stagnation...
Pregnant? Know the law and your company policies
If you are pregnant, it is likely that you would want to take leave from work for the birth of your child and bond immediately afterward. There are some federal rules that apply to many larger employers about this. Your eligibility for protection under the law is not...