Blog Category - Discrimination

Jun

How to Combat Workplace Discrimination

It's an unfortunate truth that workplace discrimination is everywhere - in fact, experts say that it may be even more prevalent than we realize, as many people are still reluctant to come forward. In spite of workplace improvements made after the #MeToo movement and o...

Jun

3 Surprising Examples of Age Discrimination

Whether it's a boss making snide age-related comments during a meeting or a recruiter selectively choosing younger people for interviews, age discrimination is a real - and extremely harmful – form of workplace bias. Spurred by the rise of technology, young peop...

Jun

Sexual Harassment Claims Rise in Wake of #MeToo

For decades, both men and women who experienced sexual harassment were reluctant to come forward and report their experiences through the proper channels. Now, however, the #MeToo movement has given victims a crucial confidence boost in reporting instances of inappropriate behavi...

Jun

Can My Employer Retaliate Against Me for Making a Claim?

Employer retaliation is the most common issue reported to the EEOC, with over 44% of all complainants alleging that they experienced some form of retaliation. Whether you're citing sexual harassment or racial discrimination, your employer is forbidden to retaliate against y...

Jun

What Is Considered Discrimination In the Workplace?

In the state of California, it is illegal for an employer to discriminate against an employee or job applicant based on their race, religion, gender, or national origin. Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, it is unlawful for employers to discriminate in the following...

Jun

What Are Different Forms of Discrimination?

Discrimination can take on many different forms, both indirect and direct, and can occur in any environment. In the workplace, employment discrimination can occur even before a person works for an organization or company. Both employees and job applicants can be treated unfairly ...

Jun

What Is the Difference Between Sexual Harassment & Gender Discrimination?

Although the terms “sexual harassment” and “gender discrimination” are often used interchangeably, these words do not mean the same thing. It is important to understand what each of these terms means in case you find yourself in the unfortunate position of...

Jun

What to Do About Workplace Discrimination

Every workplace comes with its own set of trials and difficulties; however, discrimination shouldn't be one of them. The federal government and California both protect workers from experiencing workplace discrimination on the basis of the following: Age Sex Ancestry Disabi...