Federal laws — and Arizona state laws — prohibit employers from discriminating against workers or potential employees due to things like gender, disability, age or race. Sadly, however, many employers, managers and business owners still engage in discriminatory practices when it comes to hiring, firing, promoting and paying their workers. Some workers experience discrimination from … Continue reading Workers often face retaliation when reporting discrimination
Category Archives: Workplace Discrimination
Survey sheds light on workplace discrimination
On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Workplace Discrimination on Thursday , March 15, 2018Women in Arizona and across the United States who work in male-dominated professions are more likely to report higher levels of workplace discrimination, according to a 2017 survey conducted by the Pew Research Center. While women have seen significant gains over the past several decades in wages, promotions and labor force participation, females continue to … Continue reading Survey sheds light on workplace discrimination →
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Court rules religion does not excuse on-the-job discrimination
On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Workplace Discrimination on Wednesday , March 14, 2018Arizona readers may be interested in learning about two federal court cases involving LGBTQ employees. The cases could impact gay, lesbian and transgender rights across the United States. In the first case, the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals handed down an historic ruling regarding workplace discrimination. The case before the court involved a transgender … Continue reading Court rules religion does not excuse on-the-job discrimination →
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How does the EEOC protect my rights as an employee?
On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Workplace Discrimination on Friday , March 2, 2018The 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? →
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Survey reveals troubling records on gender discrimination
On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Workplace Discrimination on Thursday , March 1, 2018The 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 →
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Pregnancy discrimination: Your rights when pregnant on the job
On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Workplace Discrimination on Monday , February 12, 2018Pregnant women working for certain employers can receive protection from discrimination under federal law through the Pregnancy Discrimination Act. This act is an amendment to the Civil Rights Act of 1964 under Title VII. It specifically protects pregnant women from any kind of discrimination related to childbirth, pregnancy and associated medical conditions. By virtue of … Continue reading Pregnancy discrimination: Your rights when pregnant on the job →
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Discrimination against pregnant workers violates federal law
On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Workplace Discrimination on Tuesday , January 30, 2018The Pregnancy Discrimination Act, which amended Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, prohibits employers in Arizona and around the country from discriminating against workers on the basis of childbirth, pregnancy or medical conditions related to pregnancy. Refusing to hire a woman because she is pregnant violates the 1978 law unless her condition would … Continue reading Discrimination against pregnant workers violates federal law →
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The unusual reason some employers discriminate against race
On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Workplace Discrimination on Thursday , January 25, 2018Racial tensions have long been a national malady in American society. This is true for employment sectors as well. Racial discrimination continues to be an ongoing issue despite its covert tendency during hiring interviews and on-the-job scenarios, but why? That is the question that a group of researchers asked in a study conducted to examine … Continue reading The unusual reason some employers discriminate against race →
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4 types of employment discrimination: Are you a victim?
On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Workplace Discrimination on Wednesday , January 24, 2018One of the best parts of being an American is the fact that we receive a host of incredible protections against discrimination. In fact, not all countries protect their workers like this, and their citizens have to endure age, gender, pregnancy and other forms of on-the-job discrimination when applying for work or carrying out their … Continue reading 4 types of employment discrimination: Are you a victim? →
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What is hiring discrimination?
On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Workplace Discrimination on Friday , January 19, 2018Nobody wants to receive a rejection letter from his or her prospective employer. This rejection may be illegal if an applicant believes that they experienced discrimination. With this post, you can learn to recognize the signs of hiring discrimination and understand your next steps. What qualifies as hiring discrimination? Discrimination happens when an employer refuses … Continue reading What is hiring discrimination? →
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