Harassment does not always stop at the time clock. Group chats and late‑night texts can follow you home and then trail you back onto the next shift. In Washington, off‑the‑clock messages can contribute to a hostile work environment when they tie to work and target a...
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Sex And Gender Discrimination
Patterns can be a sign of workplace discrimination
Workers in the United States have protections against discrimination. There are a variety of protected classes defined by the EEOC. These include, but are not limited to, characteristics like age, race, national origin, sex, disability or pregnancy. That said, even...
What are the signs of gender discrimination in workplace promotions?
Gender discrimination in workplace promotions occurs when an employee is treated unfairly based on their gender. This type of discrimination can significantly impact career advancement and workplace morale. Identifying the signs of gender discrimination early can help...
Proving job transfers are discriminatory just got easier
When a manager or supervisor doesn’t want you around, they usually find a way to show it. For some unfortunate employees, that would result in an involuntary job transfer to a remote office or a different department. In the past, employees who believed that their...
Signs of a hostile work environment
In any workplace, it is important to foster a healthy and positive environment where employees can thrive. Unfortunately, some workplaces exhibit signs of hostility that can have detrimental effects on both individuals and the overall work atmosphere. Unhealthy power...
Types of sexual discrimination at work
Sexual discrimination in the workplace, which involves treating someone unfairly due to their gender or sex, is a serious issue that affects many people. And while it may seem obvious in some instances, sexual discrimination is not always easy to identify. The...
3 FAQs about protections for employees transitioning gender
Individuals whose gender is different than the sex listed at birth often face huge challenges in both their personal and professional lives. In Washington state, the Human Rights Commission tries to minimize this harm by enforcing strong workplace rules and other...
Ways to identify sexual orientation discrimination
Discrimination based on race, sex, gender and religion is well known to be illegal in the workplace. However, discriminating on the basis of sexual orientation is less well known and, as a result, may be more challenging to recognize. For instance, some employers may...
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...
3 tips for documenting workplace discrimination
Workplace discrimination can make it difficult for you to complete your job. It can also harm your mental and physical health, especially if the effects of the discrimination are severe. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, it is illegal for anyone to harass...