As a worker in the United States, you have certain protections from discrimination. Though we all hope to never have to rely on such protections, the fact of the matter is that discrimination of all kinds still happens across the country. One of the issues that gets...
Workplaces across the country strive to eliminate harassment and discrimination among their ranks. Unfortunately, despite the best efforts that happen, these are still issues that plague many a business. Age discrimination often goes unchecked in particular. After...
LGBTQ individuals could be legally fired or otherwise discriminated against in employment in about half the United States until a 2020 Supreme Court ruling declared that firing a person for being homosexual or transgender was a violation of Title VII of the Civil...
A safe work environment for all employees is the ultimate goal of any good company, business or boss. But unfortunately, workplace hazards and risky situations continue to exist no matter where a person finds employment. What are the most common unsafe work conditions...
No one wants to work in an environment where they feel unsafe or objectified. Unfortunately, despite attempts to fix the situation, workplace sexual harassment continues to rank as one of the biggest issues faced by modern workers today. But did you know that sexual...
Certain jobs typically require you to remain standing for long periods at a time. However, you may have a physical disability that makes this difficult or impossible. If you are otherwise able to do your job but unable to remain standing for the required amount of...
You come to work on time, fulfill your job duties and consider yourself an exemplary employee. Still, you feel your employer may steal your wages, but you cannot prove it. See what GOBankingRates says about sneaky ways that companies commit wage theft. Determine...
Like most people in New York, you likely always felt fairly secure in your employment. That is why the news of your termination comes as such a shock. You probably assume that you have to give your employer a reason to fire you (making any perceived unwarranted...
Being in a leadership position at your company in New York brings many rewarding opportunities to grow both personally and professionally. It also brings its fair share of uncomfortable situations, including conversations with employees about their conduct. ...
Some of the largest employers in the country have offices in Westchester County, New York. Whether you work for a technology, pharmaceuticals or credit company, you can file a lawsuit if you find the organization you work for commits fraud against the government. We...