Suppose you have a disability that makes it difficult or impossible to do your job without some adjustments. Your employer may be required to make reasonable changes at the workplace that will enable you to perform your duties. The California Fair Employment and...
California has strict laws in place for workplace discrimination. While it’s illegal, the impact of promotion discrimination is significant. In these situations, the discrimination impacts your career options, reputation and income. It’s important to learn the signs...
Workplace harassment can happen suddenly when you least expect it from. When you feel you’re the target of someone else's biases or inappropriate attention, then it may be best to speak up – for yourself, your coworkers and the betterment of your workplace. Before you...
You had a workplace accident and filed a report per company policy. When you return to work after being off for a few days, you notice a change in your supervisor's attitude. You find they are watching you closely and disciplining you for minor issues. A short time...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
