When are Ageist Slurs Evidence of Discrimination?

Recently the phrase “Ok, boomer” has exploded in use – with it becoming a generational put-down against older Americans who seem out of touch with issues of the day. The phrase has been used by younger generations to refer to baby boomers, who are currently 55-73 years old. This slur has now made it into…

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Retaliation May be Easier to Prove Than Discrimination

Federal anti-discrimination law such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects against various forms of discrimination. This includes prohibitions against sex, race, gender, religion and national origin. One of the ways the law protects you is that it not only forbids taking these factors into consideration when making employment related decisions,…

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Laws Protect Veterans from Discrimination

Veterans often face many challenges after returning from military service, including acclimating to civilian life, obtaining quality medical care, and starting and/or resuming a previous career.  Fortunately, federal laws exist which have been designed to help veterans in the workplace, including ensuring they are not victims of discrimination, and allowing federal employers to give preferential…

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Discrimination Lawsuit Filed After Company Pressures Workers to Discriminate Against Customers

A national chicken wings franchise is being sued by a former employee based on a hostile work environment.  The Title VII race discrimination lawsuit asserts that the franchise fostered an environment that encouraged discrimination, including race discrimination, age discrimination, discrimination based on a disability and retaliation.  Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964…

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Violations of FLSA at Horse Training Facility May Lead to Wage and Hour Lawsuit

Although the world of horse racing may seem glamorous, a recent investigation has revealed that significant workplace violations against a major training facility.  According to filings, the horse racing trainer and his company failed to pay numerous workers what they were entitled to, violating the terms of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the H-2B non-immigrant…

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Can Employers Mandate Measles Vaccinations?

The recent measles outbreak has many workers concerned – both whether they are at risk for contracting the disease and alternatively, whether they may be forced by their employer to get a vaccine.  The issue has sparked a debate among many workers – those concerned about the dangers of diseases, and those who believe that…

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Was Cobb County Schools Assistant Principle Job Transfer Religiously Motivated?

Controversy began over implementing Yoga to promote calm among students A currently pending case has raised the question whether a school teacher’s transfer was motivated by the Cobb County school district’s desire to promote Christianity. The controversy began over the desire to promote calm among students at Bullard Elementary School through the practice of Yoga.…

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Recent Allegations of Race Discrimination at UPS and Austal Shipyard Underscore its Prevalence

Despite the fact that Title VII and other laws prohibit workplace discrimination, it still remains a chronic problem at many workplaces. Far too often, employers are not held accountable for discrimination. If you believe you have endured any type of employment discrimination, it is important to consult with an experienced Atlanta employment discrimination attorney to…

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