Age discrimination occurs when a worker is treated unfairly or less favorably because of age. While it can affect both young and old workers, it is more common for more senior employees to face discrimination due to stereotypes and biases. Laws at both the state and...
Workplace Discrimination
How can you prove pay discrimination at work?
When you leave home for work, you are legally entitled to compensation for your hard work without concern for your age, race, religion, gender or nationality of origin. Wage or pay discrimination happens when your employer pays you less than your co-workers who...
What does a reasonable accommodation in the workplace involve?
A reasonable accommodation is a modification or adjustment made by an employer to accommodate an employee or job applicant's disability or medical condition. It's all in the spirit of promoting equal working opportunities for all. In California, employers with five or...
Is sexual discrimination still a problem in the workplace?
In the twenty-first century, it is hard to think that sexual discrimination could still be an issue in any industry. Unfortunately, workplace discrimination due to gender remains alive and well in many sectors of the job market. From unequal pay between men and women...
Did you experience national origin discrimination at work?
An employer should not discriminate against an employee based on place of origin and ethnicity. National origin discrimination can be common in companies but can be overlooked. If your employer treats you unfavorably because of your ancestry, you can take action...
Is your boss trying to intimidate you?
There are numerous different management styles. Some bosses employ a more laid-back approach in the hope that employees respect their kindness. Other managers go for a more strict style in the hope of maximizing efficiency. The majority of bosses sit somewhere in...
Were you discriminated against because of your religion?
The state of California is a melting pot of different cultures, and this is what most workplaces represent. Every worker, regardless of their background or creed, is entitled to be treated with dignity and respect. The legislature in California has provided a list of...
Understanding your right to reasonable accommodation
Suppose you have a disability that makes it difficult or impossible to do your job without some adjustments. Your employer may be required to make reasonable changes at the workplace that will enable you to perform your duties. The California Fair Employment and...
Are you a victim of promotion discrimination?
California has strict laws in place for workplace discrimination. While it’s illegal, the impact of promotion discrimination is significant. In these situations, the discrimination impacts your career options, reputation and income. It’s important to learn the signs...
When is it best to report workplace harassment?
Workplace harassment can happen suddenly when you least expect it from. When you feel you’re the target of someone else's biases or inappropriate attention, then it may be best to speak up – for yourself, your coworkers and the betterment of your workplace. Before you...