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Discrimination: Black, White and everything in-between

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Civil Rights Law on Monday , April 23, 2018

Depending on your background, what you consider to be racism may vary. You might think it’s your skin color that makes it harder for you to find a good job or housing, or you may believe that you’re lucky to be to color you are. Scientifically speaking, skin color and heritage has little to do … Continue reading Discrimination: Black, White and everything in-between

Employment discrimination and the Civil Rights Act of 1964

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Workplace Discrimination on Tuesday , April 17, 2018

It’s hard to believe that there was once a time in the United States when employers could discriminate amongst potential employees on the basis of race, religion, sex and creed. However, before the Civil Rights Act of 1964, this kind of discrimination was accepted as normal. In the past, it was not uncommon for an … Continue reading Employment discrimination and the Civil Rights Act of 1964

Overcoming the trauma of sexual harassment

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Sexual Harassment on Thursday , April 12, 2018

The trauma experienced by victims of workplace sexual harassment can range in severity based on the case. Some individuals will be hurt and angry and nothing more. Others will suffer from lasting psychological harm that requires long-term treatment to overcome. In this regard, sexual harassment doesn’t only relate to the loss of income experienced by … Continue reading Overcoming the trauma of sexual harassment

Discrimination against job applicants continues

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Workplace Discrimination on Tuesday , April 3, 2018

Apparently, American companies still discriminate on the basis of race while vetting and hiring new candidates. A study released by Harvard, the Institute for Social Research in Norway and Northwestern University looked at hiring practices in the United States from 1989 to 2015. The results were unsettling. According to the study, anti-black racism has stayed … Continue reading Discrimination against job applicants continues

Workers often face retaliation when reporting discrimination

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Workplace Discrimination on Friday , March 23, 2018

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

Have you experienced quid pro quo sexual harassment at work?

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Sexual Harassment on Monday , March 12, 2018

Sometimes, sexual harassment can be coworkers or managers making jokes at your expense, using inappropriate language at work or touching you without your permission. All of these kinds of harassment — and more –can create a very hostile work environment where you simply can’t thrive as an employee. There is another kind of harassment, however, … Continue reading Have you experienced quid pro quo sexual harassment at work?

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, 2018

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?

Protection against wrongful termination

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Wrongful Termination on Wednesday , February 28, 2018

If you were terminated from your job in Arizona, you may have a feeling that you were fired unfairly, but you might not know whether you have a case. Ultimately, termination scenarios need to be looked at on an individual basis to determine if the employee was fired wrongfully and has the right to seek … Continue reading Protection against wrongful termination

Don’t make these mistakes after experiencing workplace harassment

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Sexual Harassment on Thursday , February 22, 2018

There is nothing worse (as it relates to your employment) than being the victim of workplace harassment or discrimination. This can turn your life upside down in many ways. While harassment can take many forms, there are a few vital steps that victims can take. Learn how you can protect your workplace rights after experiencing … Continue reading Don’t make these mistakes after experiencing workplace harassment

Should I hire an employment law lawyer?

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Civil Rights Law on Tuesday , February 20, 2018

If you’ve been wronged as an employee you might be able to pursue an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) complaint that leads to a lawsuit. If successfully navigated, the suit could bring you just compensation and other remedies relating to the financial, career and emotional damages that you suffered as a result of the wrongdoing. … Continue reading Should I hire an employment law lawyer?