Category: DISCRIMINATION
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Understanding Workplace Discrimination and How to Report It
Workplace discrimination is an issue that affects many employees. Despite laws and regulations designed to protect workers, discrimination still occurs. Here, we go over the definition of workplace discrimination and how to report it.
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5 Things Your Boss Might Say That Could Be Discrimination
Discrimination is not always obvious. Your boss might say something to you that seems harmless, but in reality it might actually hint at deeper issues of bias or discrimination. Here are five things your boss might say that could be discrimination.
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The Subtle Signs of Age Discrimination (Over 40)
The signs of age discrimination usually start to show up around 40. Here are the signs that age discrimination may be at play in your workplace.
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Should You Hide Your Tattoos?
Tattoos have come a long way from being seen as symbols of rebellion or counterculture. They’ve evolved into forms of self-expression and artistry for millions worldwide. However, as tattoos have become increasingly prevalent, so too have questions about their place in the professional world. We are always told ‘be yourself’ and know that ink on…
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How the End of Affirmative Action Can Impact Employees
The Supreme Court recently ruled that affirmative action in college admissions is illegal. Higher education institutions cannot use race as a deciding factor when admitting students. While this ruling applies to some schools and not private employers, it is likely to have a ripple effect into the workplace. This means that, whether you agree with…
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The Gender Pay Gap: Why Has It Not Moved in 20 Years?
The gender pay gap seemed to be headed in the right direction. According to the Pew Research Center analysis, the gap improved from 65 cents on the dollar to 80 cents from 1982-2002. But, in 2022, women were making 82 percent of what a man was making. That’s only a two percent increase in the…
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Is Obesity A Disability?
According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), roughly 41.9% of adults are obese in the United States, the highest in history. Employees that are obese can be unfairly stereotyped. And while studies have shown that obese employees have increased health care costs and lost productivity for employers, not all obese employees can…
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Can Your Employer Deny Your Vacation Request?
You’ve worked hard all year and you have finally decided to take that much needed vacation. One problem. Your employer says no. Beyond frustrated, you wonder, is it legal? Can your employer deny your vacation request? They’re your earned vacation days after all. Unfortunately, your employer can legally deny your vacation request, with a few…
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Sexism In The Workplace: Examples and Legal Rights
Sexism in the workplace is not easy for employees to discuss. While many cases of sexism are obvious, many are not and employees question their instincts. Or, employees do recognize it, but fear that they will lose their job if they report it. We provide five sexism examples, what to do about it and your…
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Fired Without Proof: Is It Legal?
You were recently fired for something that you did not do. Or, maybe you did do something, but your employer has no proof. Is it legal to let an employee go without any proof of a wrongdoing? In short, yes, it is legal. A majority of employees in the United States are employees “at will.”…