There’s been a lot of media attention recently on the conditions faced by employees who work in large warehouse distribution centers like those run by Amazon. That’s been in no small part because of the employees themselves speaking out about those conditions and the...
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Discrimination
Wrongful termination can still happen to an at-will employee
At-will employment essentially means that you have no guarantee that your job will last. You can be terminated at any time. This also gives you the freedom to quit at any time without legal repercussions. Employees do not need to have a reason to leave, and employers...
Is your employer trying to hide age discrimination?
If you’re over 40 years of age, you know that you deserve the same opportunities as younger workers. You shouldn’t be fired because of your age, and you shouldn’t be denied a job solely because of your age. The good news is that your employer -- or prospective...
Can your manager take your tips?
You work at a bar or a restaurant, where you and the rest of the waitstaff have a manager who directs you on a daily basis. You’re paid hourly and you get tips, while your manager is on a salary and is never directly given tips since they don’t serve tables. Your...
Why do people stay quiet about harassment?
When someone opens up about harassment in the workplace, such as sexual harassment, they often mention events that happened years or even decades ago. They kept quiet about it until something spurred them to talk -- such as the same issue happening to someone else. ...
What does quid pro quo mean?
You often see the term quid pro quo thrown around, sometimes in relation to sexual harassment cases. But have you ever wondered exactly what this means? It’s a way to define the relationship that was in place and the harassment that was involved. Essentially, it...
Men can suffer from sexual harassment
When people think of sexual harassment, they may think of females being the victims. While it’s true that females are often subjected to this type of behavior, it’s fully possible that males will also face sexual harassment. In some cases, men don’t feel as though...
What should you remember when you’re terminated?
People count on the income from their job to make ends meet. Finding out that they lost a job is often a traumatic experience. Despite the shock of it all, any terminated worker must ensure that they’re behaving in an appropriate manner when they find out they were...
How can employers protect you from cyberbullying?
When considering workplace bullying and harassment, it would be understandable to think about verbal threats and intimidation, name-calling, hostile working environments and many other factors. However, many employees have very few face-to-face interactions in the...
How does California protect women from pregnancy discrimination?
Labor laws in California make it unlawful for employers to discriminate based on pregnancy. Women may face pregnancy discrimination if they are being maltreated because they are pregnant or have the potential to be pregnant. As a result, it is important to examine...
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