Racial discrimination happens when you’re treated differently than others just because of your color or race. Thanks to federal law, you are protected against this kind of discrimination. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always stop people from being racist. Title VII of...
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Lawsuit says anti-pregnancy discrimination law applies to spouses, too
When thinking about pregnancy discrimination in the workplace, it is natural to assume that pregnant women are the ones being targeted. After all, how could someone be discriminated against at work due to pregnancy if they are not pregnant? Maybe it is less common,...
Why would an employer retaliate against a discrimination claim?
Racial discrimination in the workplace remains a big problem. When victims of racial discrimination exercise their right to file a claim, they expect justice for themselves, and they hope no other workers will suffer a similar fate. With counsel from an experienced...
Why is sexual harassment of restaurant servers so common?
The restaurant industry has more cases of sexual harassment than any other industry. There are many reasons for this. Here are some of them: A higher percentage of female workers: While males get harassed too, women suffer more than men. 71% of servers in restaurants...
You can help eradicate racial discrimination in your workplace
It would be great if we lived in a world free of racism, sexism and other prejudices, but the sad truth is that we probably never will. While an employer cannot be held responsible for an employees' personal views, they must provide a safe working environment for all...
Understanding the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
“Take it or leave it; there are plenty of other people begging for work.” If you have ever struggled to find work on a construction site, you may have had someone say that to you. The Fair Labor Standards Act exists to prevent employers from taking advantage of...
Can your employer fire you for reporting workplace discrimination?
Reporting discrimination in your workplace can be difficult. Will your coworkers be resentful toward you? Will reporting your experience fix the problem, or will it make your situation worse? Most of all, will you find yourself out of a job if you file a report? The...
New Jersey bans racial discrimination based on hairstyles
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy inked a new law in mid-December, clarifying that the state prohibits discrimination which results from characteristics associated with race, such as the texture or type of someone’s hair, including protective hairstyles. The legislation was...