Ageism is a serious concern for many people who are aging. They want to continue working and getting promotions, to be seen and heard in their work environments. Unfortunately, with ageism, they may be treated differently because of their advancing ages. It used to be...
Workplace Discrimination
Discrimination during the hiring process
Employees may recognize discrimination when it occurs on the job, or when a position is terminated because of someone's religious beliefs, for example. With this being said, it is essential for people to keep in mind that discrimination occurs in other ways as...
Are you legally required to work off the clock?
As an employee, you understand the importance of going above and beyond for your employer. While this is admirable, it's imperative that you're never taken advantage of.There are many reasons why you may find yourself working off the clock. Maybe you do this on your...
A victim of workplace sexual harassment must take action
If you consider yourself a victim of workplace sexual harassment, it's imperative to take immediate action. Even though you may feel powerless at first, there are many steps you can take to put an end to the behavior and once again enjoy your career. The most...
What are reasonable accommodations?
If you are an employee in California who has a disability, an employer may not turn you down for a position, or fire you from an existing one, just because of your disability. In fact, federal regulations require that employers make reasonable accommodations for the...
Tips on decreasing harassment in the workplace
Although there are laws that prohibit workplace harassment in California and other states, it still occurs in certain establishments. Employers can do more to outline what constitutes harassment and make sure employees understand the consequences. Employees can also...
Long-term effects of workplace discrimination and harassment
Although workplace discrimination and sexual harassment in the workplace is against the law in California and the rest of the country, it still occurs in many companies. Studies over time have concluded that not only do these negatively affect the employee's income...
Is the #metoo movement bad for women?
Women in California and all over the world are feeling more empowered thanks to the #MeToo movement. This phenomenon has resulted in many women admitting they have experienced inappropriate and unwanted touching, sexual harassment and sexual assault from men in the...
Wage discrimination and race
Not only should workers in California expect equal pay for equal work, but there are laws in place to protect the rights of employees who are being discriminated against wage-wise. While there is widespread knowledge that women typically do not earn as much as their...
Age discrimination and your right to work
As an aging individual, you look forward to the days when you can retire and fall back on your retirement and savings to keep you satisfied and comfortable. One thing that you're concerned about is the potential for age discrimination, which could hurt your chances of...

