Age discrimination doesn't receive nearly as much attention as sex discrimination and racial discrimination, but it is still a concern in many American workplaces. Although federal law clearly prohibits discrimination based on age once a worker is 40 years old or...
Workplace Discrimination
Write-ups can be a warning sign of employer retaliation
Many employers with numerous workers have progressive discipline policies or at least a written discipline policy. Before they take any adverse actions against a worker, the company will address the problems affecting their employment, likely through the human...
Identifying pregnancy discrimination at your workplace
Pregnancy discrimination is an unfortunate situation many women across the country find themselves in. Your employer might start relegating or diminishing your importance to the organization because of pregnancy, and your career could be negatively affected. In such a...
It isn’t “joking” if you no longer feel like going to work
Many people across California spend most of their week in the workplace. The majority of jobs come with at least some sort of pressure, and the occasional joke can ease some tension and make the day go by a lot quicker. Is there a line though? Can a joke ever become...
Dress codes at work can be a subtle form of discrimination
Sometimes, workplace racial discrimination is obvious. A company refuses to hire people from certain backgrounds or only promotes people from one racial group. A review of their actions over the course of several months or years will reveal an obvious trend. However,...
Exploring the consequences of workplace discrimination
Very few working environments are free from pressure and stress at all times. However, standard workplace stresses can often cross the line into unlawful activities. Workplace discrimination is one example of such an activity. No employee should have to put up with...
Job discrimination in the hiring process
Discrimination in the hiring process is unlawful, but it is a common occurrence. The employer's preconceived notions or prejudices may block your chances of landing a job, and it is illegal across all states. Such discrimination may be based on your race, gender, or...
2 ways religious discrimination could affect your career
Your right to religious freedom is one of the most basic civil rights afforded to you under the U.S. Constitution. You can practice your faith, whatever that faith may be. You should not have to worry about your employer punishing you because of your religious...
Do you have to answer your employer’s questions about your race?
Humans are, by nature, curious beings. It's not uncommon for them to ask questions about how things work or how something came to be. Individuals often ask others about their ethnic background or race if it's hard for them to pinpoint. It may seem insensitive,...
Employment discrimination can take multiple forms
Employers have a duty to prevent discrimination from occurring in the workplace. It’s against the law for any employer to engage in discriminatory actions. While some people might think that discrimination only occurs in very obvious ways, there are a host of ways...