Employees have very specific rights that employers can’t infringe upon. These include things like being able to report illegal behaviors, such as discrimination, harassment or violations of any laws. They also include being able to take leave under the Family and...
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Workplace Discrimination
Michigan’s weight discrimination law is unique in the U.S.
Federal and state laws protect most employees from discrimination based on protected characteristics like race, gender, religion, age, ethnicity and disability. Some states and cities have additional protected characteristics like sexual orientation and gender...
What forms can pregnancy discrimination take in the workplace?
Even though there are laws to protect pregnant workers, many still face problems on the job due to bias. This discrimination can take many different forms. What mistreatment might pregnant employees experience in the workplace? 1. Hiring discrimination Pregnancy...
Understanding reasonable accommodations in the workplace
Navigating the world of employment can be challenging, especially for individuals with disabilities. However, laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the United States ensure that these workers have the chance to thrive in their careers. One way the...
Was that age discrimination? Two subtle examples.
Age discrimination in the workplace is not always obvious. In some cases, what may seem like subtle jabs can actually warrant a claim for age discrimination. Despite legal protections under laws like the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) in the United...
Why do some women not report workplace discrimination?
While women have made great strides in the workplace, gender-based discrimination remains a significant issue. According to a recent Deloitte survey, 44% of women have experienced harassment or microaggressions at work. However, only about one-fifth of these women...
Racial Discrimination against Lake Orion Trucking Company
Even today, instances of racial discrimination continue to plague the workplace. This form of discrimination occurs when an individual is treated poorly due to their race or characteristics associated with race. Such behavior not only creates a hostile work...
Age discrimination during the hiring process
As a worker, discrimination could affect you in various ways. Whether you lose your job or struggle with a demotion, this is a serious problem in Michigan and across the U.S. Sometimes, workers experience discrimination due to their age. Regrettably, age...
Can discrimination contribute to a hostile work environment?
Employers across the board have made many attempts in recent years to make their work environments better for all employees. Unfortunately, it is impossible for every company to control every employee, and hostile work environments still emerge. But what contributes...
Reasonable accommodations and disabled workers
If you have a disability, you could encounter various challenges in daily life, especially when it comes to the workplace. Unfortunately, some disabled job applicants and employees experience various violations of their rights (such as sexual harassment and...