Pregnant 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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Can I qualify for FMLA leave?
On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Family and Medical Leave Act on Wednesday , February 7, 2018You might be surprised to know that you have the legal right to take time off after you give birth to a baby, after your spouse gives birth to a baby and if someone in your family suffers a serious medical problem that requires your attention. Although not all employees will have this right, many … Continue reading Can I qualify for FMLA leave? →
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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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4 laws that protect you from housing-related discrimination
On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Civil Rights Law on Monday , January 22, 2018There is a lot of discrimination and segregation when it comes to where people live in Phoenix. There are predominantly white, Hispanic and black neighborhoods. And people are divided by other categories, too. Many say that this happens naturally, but to others the issue is clear. Problems related to racism often come into play and … Continue reading 4 laws that protect you from housing-related discrimination →
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Sexual harassment is finally being taken seriously
On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Sexual Harassment on Sunday , January 21, 2018Reports of sexual harassment have dominated the news recently as the #MeToo movement took off. It seems that every day a big name celebrity tells another story of unbelievable harassment, retribution, and damage to her well-being and career. It doesn’t make as many headlines, but more and more women are standing up in workplaces all … Continue reading Sexual harassment is finally being taken seriously →
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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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What are my rights under the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Workplace Discrimination on Wednesday , January 17, 2018The Civil Rights Act of 1964 appeared during the height of the civil rights movement of the 1960s. Legislatures created it in response to public outcry over the injustices experienced by people of color in what — at the time — was a largely white-dominated society in the United States. You would think that, after … Continue reading What are my rights under the Civil Rights Act of 1964? →
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Your first steps after a wrongful termination
On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Wrongful Termination onLosing a job can make life difficult for both a worker and their family. Employers who fire workers for illegal reasons are trampling the rights of employees who put in hard work at their jobs. Creating a plan for life after your wrongful termination will let you protect your rights. We will go over five … Continue reading Your first steps after a wrongful termination →
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Understanding and recognizing police misconduct and brutality
On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Civil Rights Law on Monday , January 15, 2018While the police have the power to carry out the duties of their job, they still must follow the law and proper protocols. Recent studies show that law enforcement is more likely to use excessive force against certain groups. Recognizing police brutality or misconduct lets people protect their rights and stop future abuses. We will … Continue reading Understanding and recognizing police misconduct and brutality →
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