Discrimination is a common topic of discussion in the employment law world. Workers, researchers and journalists often discuss workplace discrimination to bring attention to this crucial issue. Many companies offer anti-discrimination training and have zero-tolerance...
Workplace Discrimination
How can you tell whether your company has a glass ceiling for women?
The concept of the "glass ceiling" refers to the invisible barriers that prevent women from reaching the highest levels of leadership in their careers. While progress has been made toward gender equality in the workplace, this barrier still persists in many...
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...
Expansion of Michigan civil rights law takes effect next February
Michigan employees benefit from some of the more progressive legal rights in the country. Now, even more Michiganders are gaining legal protections from discrimination based on who they are. This past March, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill into law that...
Even nonprofit organizations discriminate against some workers
According to current federal law, as well as certain statutes in Michigan, it is illegal for businesses to discriminate against people for certain reasons. Certain factors, like relevant criminal records, work history and education can influence employment decisions....
Obstacles for women seeking management roles
Employers today typically claim to be free from discrimination and prejudice. All employees and applicants should have equal access to training and opportunities. Nonetheless, despite women making up half of the workforce the number of women in senior management...
What are examples of subtle discrimination?
Most of the time, overt employment discrimination is rare. But that doesn’t mean that it’s gone or that it has been entirely eliminated from the modern workplace. In some cases, it just means that it’s more subtle. Every case is going to be unique, depending on the...
Workers’ rights against age discrimination in Michigan
Age discrimination in the workplace is a serious concern, and it's ultimately essential for employees to be aware of their rights. That way, should they experience unlawful mistreatment based on their age, they’ll be more empowered to respond appropriately. ...
Why was your job offer withdrawn?
It sometimes happens that a job offer will be extended and then withdrawn. This can be very frustrating for the applicant. They believed that they had a new job lined up, they may have turned down other job offers to take it, and then it has been pulled out from under...
What you need to know about the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
Employers and employees alike can benefit from staying informed about recent labor laws and workplace regulations developments. One such critical piece of legislation is the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). This law significantly impacts the rights and...