Discrimination is prohibited any aspect of the workplace, regardless of whether it occurs during the hiring process, in regards to promotions, or in the event of termination of employment. In fact, there are federal and state laws that protect employees or potential employees from discrimination of any sort. However, there may be occasions when employers may […]
Understanding All the Forms of Discrimination In The Workplace
Discrimination can come in many forms, especially in the workplace. It is essential for you to know the many forms discrimination can come in your workplace and what you can do about it. Discrimination is prohibited in all aspects of the workplace, whether it occurs in the hiring process, day-to-day work, or termination. It is […]
Seventh Circuit: Title VII Protects Against Sexual Orientation Discrimination in the Workplace
In an en banc opinion which the dissent calls “momentous”, on April 4, 2017, the Seventh Circuit held “that a person who alleges discrimination on the basis of her sexual orientation has put forth a case of sex discrimination for Title VII purposes.” With this opinion, the 7th Circuit becomes the first in the nation to explicitly recognize sexual orientation […]
Understanding Gender Discrimination
Gender discrimination has become a hot topic of conversation lately, especially when it comes to equal pay for men and women. And while both men and women certainly have the ability to be equally as successful, there are still things that women, or men, may experience, often due to outdated perceptions about gender roles, equality, or […]
Understanding Your Rights And What To Do If You Become A Victim Of Harassment
Sexual harassment is a serious problem in today’s workplace. And while every workplace should be free from sexual harassment or discrimination of any type, there are laws in place in order to protect employees. Since these cases do happen, and often, it is critical that employees understand their rights and what to do if they become […]
Justice Department Argues that Sexual Orientation Discrimination Can Violate Title VII
Sexual orientation discrimination is already illegal in many places, including Illinois. Discrimination against gay men and lesbians as well as bisexuals and transgendered persons has become a substantial part of the practice of many employment discrimination attorneys. But it is not, strictly speaking, a violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the major […]
Filing A Discrimination Claim…Here’s What You Need To Know
Discrimination in the workplace can appear in many forms. Whether discrimination was in regards to an employee’s age, sex, race, national origin, color, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, there are a variety of ways discrimination can occur. It is important to know, however, that every employee is protected under state and federal laws in order to prevent […]
Common Types Of Discrimination In The Workplace
Many people know what discrimination means, however, many are often unaware of what this may look like in the workplace. With many different types of workplace discrimination, it is important to know your rights. Here are the most common types of discrimination in the workplace today: Age Discrimination- Employees over the age of 40 are protected under federal […]
Understanding Gender Discrimination
Discrimination on the basis of gender has been around for many years. While in today’s world, women have the ability to be as equally as successful as men, there are still effects that certain genders may experience due to the old thoughts on gender equality. However, women are not only victims of gender discrimination, but men […]