Restaurant workers lobby states for higher wages

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Sexual Harassment on Monday , March 5, 2018

Arizona restaurant workers likely know that sexual harassment is prevalent in their industry. According to employee advocates, one of the reasons for the problem is that tipped workers are often paid a low minimum wage and are forced to rely on tips, which often makes them the victims of harassment by customers. To raise awareness … Continue reading Restaurant workers lobby states for higher wages

Study finds changing patterns in sexual harassment complaints

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Sexual Harassment on Friday , March 2, 2018

Although reports of sexual harassment have dropped in Arizona and nationwide since 1995, some segments of workers have enjoyed more progress than others. Complaints to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission have fallen by 40 percent since 1997, but a closer look at the data reveals that older women, minorities and employees at large companies continue … Continue reading Study finds changing patterns in sexual harassment complaints

How does the EEOC protect my rights as an employee?

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The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is a powerful federal agency that exists to protect your rights as an employee. Whether you are working as a wage slave in a low-paying fast food restaurant or earning a high-level salary with great bonuses at a multinational corporation, the EEOC is available to make sure your employer … Continue reading How does the EEOC protect my rights as an employee?

Survey reveals troubling records on gender discrimination

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Workplace Discrimination on Thursday , March 1, 2018

The news of the #MeToo movement against sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace is not limited to Hollywood; women in Arizona are also dealing with the ongoing repercussions of unwanted sexual advances in the workplace. A study by Chartered Management Institute (CMI) showed that over four out of every five women and nearly four … Continue reading Survey reveals troubling records on gender discrimination