Facing discrimination at work is a painful and isolating experience that can affect not only your job performance but also your overall well-being. The emotional toll of unfair treatment based on your race, gender, age, religion, disability or other protected...
Workplace Discrimination
Tips for reporting workplace discrimination in NY
Employers are paying more attention to fostering diversity and inclusion within their businesses. Yet, discrimination at work remains a major problem in the United States, with 67,000 reported cases in 2020 alone. This figure clearly highlights a significant gap...
Creating an inclusive workplace for employees
Companies in New York and throughout the country are constantly working to build and cultivate an inclusive workplace. It creates a positive and healthy atmosphere that makes employees feel appreciated, included and motivated to express their individuality. Apart from...
Is sexual orientation discrimination illegal in New York?
Today, employees may prefer working with business leaders who provide equal access to opportunities and resources to all. They could be looking for a safe space where they can grow regardless of their race, religion and sexual orientation. Unfortunately, despite the...
Can forced retirement happen lawfully?
Retirement is often a heartwarming occasion for employees, allowing them to look back at their professional lives and receive appreciation from long-time colleagues. Unfortunately, these employment decisions could have hidden agendas, such as when older employees are...
Discriminated for being younger: Reverse ageism in the workplace
While we have come a long way when it comes to combating discrimination, it is unfortunately still rampant in work environments. Employees still experience bias in hiring processes, promotions, pay, job assignments and other aspects of employment due to them being...
Proving the negative performance review on you is retaliatory
Employees who stand up against their employers and report illegal behavior and practices put themselves at risk of retaliation. Nevertheless, the law protects employees against workplace reprisal and allows them to report any retaliatory actions, such as an unfounded...
Perceived sexual orientation discrimination in the workplace
It is an unfortunate reality that discrimination is rampant in workplaces. Many employers have discriminatory employment practices, creating a hostile environment for applicants and employees because of their race, age, disability and other specific characteristics....
Have you been subjected to pregnancy discrimination?
Being pregnant is tough, especially when you’re trying to find a job or maintain your performance at your current employment. As if focusing on your health, the health of your unborn child, and your work isn’t enough, you might also face difficulties at your job when...
New York City to prohibit weight discrimination
Many of us know that the federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits certain types of discrimination in the workplace, but there's a lot more to the law of discrimination than that. A patchwork of federal, state and local laws are aimed at employment discrimination....