Employees and job applicants still face discrimination often, despite some positive changes over the past decades. One of the less-talked-about kinds is marital discrimination in the workplace. This is when the reason for the unfair treatment is based on marital or familial status. It can overlap with other protected categories like pregnancy, gender, religion, and race. Here is what you need to know about workplace marital discrimination. This type of discrimination can happen to applicants and employees who are single[…] Read More
Category: Employment Discrimination
Can Veterans Be Discriminated in the Workplace?
As veterans transition from military to civilian life, they may encounter various challenges related to employment. Despite federal and state laws prohibiting workplace discrimination, some veterans may still face unfair treatment based on their military service. This underscores the importance of understanding and respecting veterans’ rights in the workplace. While this can be an unfortunate situation, there are legal options that may be of help. Employers are prohibited from discriminating against veterans under several federal laws, including the Uniformed Services[…] Read More
What Is Workplace Retaliation?
In the bustling, fast-paced world of employment, conflicts can arise that put workers in challenging situations. One such conflict is workplace retaliation, a term you might have heard but may not fully understand. Workplace retaliation occurs when an employer punishes an employee for engaging in legally protected activity. This punishment can manifest in various forms, including termination, demotion, salary reduction, or any other adverse employment action. The “legally protected activity” can range from filing a complaint about discrimination or harassment[…] Read More
What Are the Factors of Disability Discrimination?
Disability discrimination at work occurs when an employer treats an employee or applicant unfavorably due to their disability. This form of discrimination violates various laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other federal and state regulations. It is important to note that the term “disability” covers a wide range of mental and physical impairments. These impairments may include but are not limited to mobility issues, hearing or vision impairments, cognitive disorders, and chronic illnesses. The primary law protecting[…] Read More
Study Shows That Many American Workers Do Not Know Their Rights
Study Shows That Many American Workers Do Not Know Their Rights According to a recent YouGov poll of 1,000 adult U.S. citizens, most Americans know of currently protected statuses in the workplace. However, many assume that other groups are also protected, while in fact they are not. When asked, most people expressed that the currently unprotected groups should be protected, with the exception of those with a criminal record. Specifically, the YouGov poll asked whether it is currently illegal for[…] Read More