As an individual with a disability, you may understand that the Americans With Disabilities Act protects your right to accommodations at work. What you may not realize is that you have the choice about whether to disclose your disability to your employer. There are a...
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Year: 2023
Study shows the degree of workplace discrimination
A study of U.S. employees conducted by the Gallup Center revealed that 24% of Black workers experienced discrimination. About 24% of Hispanic employees also reported workplace discrimination, as reported by Gallup.com. The study covered a two-year span between 2020...
Recognizing racial discrimination in the workplace
Racial discrimination in the workplace represents a deep-seated issue plaguing the employment sector. This challenge is not alien to Washington, which, according to WalletHub, is the 17th most diverse state in the country. Recognizing signs of racial discrimination is...
3 signs that disability discrimination is present at your job
It is an unfortunate truth that disability discrimination remains present in many workplaces across the country. Some examples of disability discrimination, such as a blatant lack of accommodation, are easy to recognize immediately. Other signs of disability...
Data on disability discrimination charge filings
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,...
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...
Reasonable accommodations: your rights as a person with a disability
There are many laws in place that could protect your rights as a disabled person. You probably also have some protection from the policies of your company. These rules generally apply to the workplace environment, the hiring process and many other aspects of...