If you apply for a job, it may require that you are able to lift 50 pounds. This is common in physical labor jobs, such as working in construction or working in a warehouse. You may need to lift and carry different products, tools or machines. It’s an inherent part of...
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Month: October 2024
How does racial bias appear in remote work environments?
Racial discrimination in remote work environments can be subtle but still harmful. Remote work offers flexibility, but it also brings new ways for discrimination to happen, making it hard for affected employees to deal with these issues. Being left out of meetings and...
Is a condition a disability if symptoms are intermittent?
When it comes to employment law, defining what qualifies as a disability can be a complex matter, especially when a condition manifests symptoms intermittently. Conditions like migraines, epilepsy, Lupus and certain mental health disorders can manifest in episodes...
How common is pregnancy discrimination, really?
It’s 2024, and women make up half or more of the general labor force – so is pregnancy discrimination actually still that prevalent? Unfortunately, it is. In fact, one out of five mothers say that they’ve personally experienced pregnancy discrimination at work. A...