People typically associate workplace discrimination and harassment with situations wherein the perpetrator is higher up on the chain of command than the victim – or at least at the same level. It would seem that if someone exhibited this behavior toward a manager,...
Month: February 2024
Recognizing promotion discrimination in the workplace
Employees look forward to promotions as a way of advancing their careers and being recognized for their hard work and dedication. However, promotion discrimination is often a concerning issue in the workplace that compromises this understandable approach. Knowing when...
Can power help women avoid sexual harassment by men?
Most would agree that the sexual harassment of women by men is usually about power. It’s not about them being unable to restrain their animal instinct or resist womanly charms. It’s about showing a woman that they have the power to say or do things to her and get away...
Stay off social media until your discrimination claim is resolved
When navigating a workplace discrimination claim, the way you conduct yourself inside and outside of work can have a profound impact on the outcome of your case. One “everyday” concern that is often overlooked in this regard is the use of social media during this...
Examples of reasonable accommodations under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
Pregnancy should never derail your professional success. With the implementation of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), significant strides have been made to help ensure that pregnant individuals have the right to work without facing discrimination. Enacted to...