Discrimination

You’d think that workplace discrimination would be a thing of the past, but that simply isn’t the case. In fact, it seems like workplace discrimination is more common now than ever. Part of that may be attributable to individuals being more cognizant of their rights,...

Walk through Manhattan's financial district, and you'll see diversity on the streets. But step into the offices, and it's a different story. A report notes that while people of color are well-represented at entry levels in the U.S. financial services sector, their...

Friendly joking and teasing are normal at work. But have you ever thought that a comment about your looks might have gone too far? You're not alone. Many workers face subtle forms of discrimination based on how they look but find it hard to spot. Sometimes, what seems...

Being pregnant while working comes with many challenges. Although we have progressed in many ways as a society in recent decades, it is natural if you still worry about telling your employer you are pregnant and what will happen if you do. Sadly, mothers can still...

Racial discrimination at work is illegal under federal and state law. You probably know this. However, racial discrimination takes many different forms, and it can sometimes be hard to detect. Some are obvious and blatant, such as someone calling you a racial slur or...

Age discrimination in the workplace is illegal under New Jersey and federal law, but it is still widespread. Workers can take legal action if they have been unlawfully discriminated against because of their age, but proving age discrimination in court is not easy. In...

Unlawful discrimination in the workplace is a serious situation that requires serious attention and treatment. As such, state and federal rules were established to establish certain protections for employees. Despite these established laws, discrimination...

Building a successful workplace discrimination case requires thoroughness and commitment to the legal process. You need to gather strong evidence that illustrates the behavior to which you’ve been subjected and the harm that’s been caused to you as a result. But even...