Posts by Buckley Bala Wilson Mew LLP
Is It Discrimination if an AI Tool Rejects an Application?
Companies increasingly use AI tools to screen and evaluate résumés and cover letters, search online platforms and social media networks for potential candidates, and examine the speech patterns and facial expressions of job applicants during interviews. Companies also use AI to recruit and hire employees, create performance reviews, and oversee employee activities and performance. However, AI…
Read MoreThe Protecting Older Americans Act Is Good Policy
Two years ago, a federal law exempting sexual assault cases from mandatory arbitration became law. Now advocates want the federal government to do the same for age discrimination claims. Although the Seventh Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to a jury trial, millions of Americans are instead forced into mandatory arbitration by clauses…
Read MoreYour Protections Under the Georgia Whistleblower Act
Whistleblowers risk their personal and professional lives to provide information about fraud and other illegal activities. They are willing to come forward to report crimes or other violations that would otherwise go unnoticed and are invaluable in the detection of crime, fraud, and other legal violations and the enforcement of laws. Whistleblowing is effective because…
Read MoreWhat Does Pregnancy Discrimination Look Like?
Georgia is a great place to raise children. But while many of the state’s employers say they are “family-friendly,” numerous pregnant women face employment challenges when they choose to start their families. Fortunately, federal laws against pregnancy discrimination in the workplace exist. Both employers and employees must be aware of and comply with relevant anti-discrimination…
Read MoreSexual Assault in Georgia
Georgia recognizes that sexual assault is a crime. O.C.G.A. Section 16-6-5.1 specifically recognizes that sexual assault by “persons with supervisory or disciplinary authority” over another is a felony. People with disciplinary authority include teachers, principals, assistant principals or other school administrators. Sexual assault by an employee of a juvenile justice probation office of a probationer…
Read MoreCommon Misconceptions About Religious Discrimination in the Workplace
Religious discrimination in the workplace can be a complex and sensitive issue. Several common misconceptions surround this topic. It’s important to dispel these misconceptions to promote a better understanding of the rights and responsibilities related to religious diversity in the workplace. Here are some common myths: Myth #1: Religious discrimination only involves major religions. Religious…
Read MoreRetaliation for Medical Leave
Retaliation against employees for taking medical leave is illegal in many jurisdictions, including the United States. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) provide employees with legal protections to ensure they can take medical leave without fear of reprisal. Here is an overview of both laws: The Family…
Read MoreHow Do You Prove Wage Discrimination?
It has been more than 50 years since wage discrimination became illegal in the United States, yet persistent pay gaps between men and women, different races, younger and older employees, and those with and without disabilities still exist. Wage discrimination in the U.S. is a significant issue, and various studies and data sources highlight persistent…
Read MoreSexual Assault at Holiday Work Parties
Georgia employers and employees must be aware of the risks of sexual harassment at company holiday parties, especially when those events also involve the availability of alcoholic beverages. Sexual assault, however, is an entirely different issue. If you were sexually assaulted at a work event like a holiday party, you have legal options. Contact Buckley…
Read MoreAn Update on the CROWN Act
Hair is often considered an expression of one’s personal identity, heritage, and ancestry. However, many Black and brown people feel pressured to leave their natural selves behind in the interest of avoiding hair-based discrimination. According to the 2023 CROWN Workplace Research Study, Black women’s hair is more than twice as likely as white women’s hair…
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