Discrimination in the workplace occurs when an employer treats one employee differently than another due to factors such as race, religion or disability. The workforce has come a long way in recognizing people with disabilities and providing them with reasonable...
Maloney O'Laughlin PLLC fights for employees throughout Washington, from Seattle to Spokane.
Month: July 2023
Age discrimination affects young workers, too
Most people think of workplace age discrimination as affecting workers in their 50s and above. And companies refusing to hire or promote employees because they are "too old" is a huge problem in Washington State. But age discrimination can cut both ways. Despite what...
Undue hardship and the needs of disabled workers
In the workplace, disabled employees have various needs. For example, someone struggling with a hearing disability or blindness could require an interpreter or reader, and a staff member who uses a wheelchair might need assistance with respect to accessibility....
What is the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act of 2023?
The majority of employers in California must provide their pregnant employees with “reasonable accommodations” under the federal Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. As noted on the EEOC.gov website, the accommodations must cover “known limitations.” If you become pregnant,...