Discrimination

A draft executive order proposed by the White House seeking to “Respect Religious Freedom” would provide sweeping protections to those who discriminate.  While federal law under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects employees from religious discrimination, the executive order would allow those same employers to use religion to discriminate against others  –…

A new law is set to take effect on January 18, 2017 which will help end employment verification discrimination. Employment verification discrimination occurs when a worker is treated differently when beginning a new job. For example, if an employer requests certain documents from a new employee based on his or her perceived national origin or…

With the new year, many employees evaluate their current employment situation and New Year’s resolutions may include getting a new job or moving up within their current workplace. One of the factors that may influence whether you decide to seek a new job or receive a promotion is whether you have been subject to discrimination. Some…

A recent poll performed by the job search company Monster evaluated how well each state in the country does in protecting workers’ rights.  The poll took into account 5 key areas of federal workplace protections.  These included: 1) Discrimination based on gender identity as provided by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964…

In the weeks following the election, many people are worried about the “Trump Effect,” and the sense that President-elect Trump’s campaign and election has led to an increased hostility toward minority groups and other protected classes.  In fact, the so-called “Trump Effect” has emboldened many to speak out against the rights of protected classes, and…

The United States Supreme Court has just announced that it will interpret a case involving transgender rights. The issue of transgender discrimination has gained national attention in the last several months as an increasing number of state laws and federal actions have highlighted transgender discrimination.  Recently, North Carolina passed a law requiring people who are…

In one of the most contentious presidential elections in recent history, it is often hard to avoid political conversations and opinions concerning the candidates. At work, however, many people question rules concerning political speech, and whether espousing a particular belief may cause them to lose their job. Further, if they do lose their job or…