Some signs of racial discrimination in the workplace are subtle, while others are obvious. The former may include a snub over a job promotion. The latter might be a finger in the chest and taunts from a coworker claiming that you “do not belong in this country.” It is...
Month: May 2021
Amazon again accused of workplace discrimination
The fact that five more women sued tech giant Amazon for discrimination and harassment should not surprise anyone. This type of boorish and illegal behavior continues to happen today even though we may think our workplaces have obliterated and stymied these actions....
TV reporter cites discrimination, retaliation over COVID concerns
Everyone wants to have a safe workplace. And they should not be punished or treated differently simply because they want to ensure that their company subscribes proper safety protocols. A Grand Rapids television reporter found herself in this position and lost her job...
Michigan Senate addresses internal harassment policy
No workplace is immune from sexual harassment and discrimination. This includes the Michigan Senate. In a move geared toward addressing these issues within the confines of the state Senate, a bipartisan team introduced an updated policy that went into effect on April...
Allegations of misogyny, discrimination and retaliation at Gentex
Sexist behavior and misogyny have been around a long time in the workplace. For decades, it seemed that the business world had accepted such behavior as “normal,” but ask any woman on the receiving end of this condescending, harassing and illegal behavior. It is not...