Discrimination
Can I Be Discriminated Against for My Hair?
For many, hair is more than a fashion choice – it expresses culture, identity, and heritage. And, particularly in Black communities, wearing natural or protective styles such as braids, locs, or afros can be a source of pride. Unfortunately, workplace bias against these types of hairstyles is a persistent form of discrimination that many Atlanta…
Read MoreIs 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 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 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 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 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…
Read MoreMaking a Discrimination Claim Under 42 U.S.C. §1981
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prevents an employer from discriminating against an individual based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. However, another federal law—42 U.S.C. §1981—provides additional protections to victims of race discrimination. Part of the post-Civil War Civil Rights Act of 1866, 42 U.S.C. §1981 was initially passed…
Read MoreFederal Legislation Banning Hairstyle Discrimination Introduced
A growing number of states are considering or have adopted laws prohibiting hair style discrimination. Advocates for the ban explain that black Americans have been discriminated against based on how their hair grows naturally, and that such a law is necessary to ensure protection. Discriminatory incidents have occurred across the country, in schools, at sporting…
Read MoreLaws 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…
Read MoreDiscrimination 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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