Some people in Pennsylvania try to dodge sexual harassment accusations by claiming that they were just "joking around." While a single offhand comment may not merit you filing a lawsuit, you may be able to initiate one if the harassment creates a hostile work...
Racial discrimination in the workplace often takes the form of supposed "jokes." While an occasional such comment may be innocent, other remarks create a hostile work environment that constitutes discrimination. If you feel uncomfortable at work because of joking...
Beginning in 2019, a group of Pennsylvania lawmakers took action to end hair discrimination that causes problems for some state workers. The legislation, known as The Crown Act, ensures that people who wear their hair in afros, braids or any other manner will not...
Discrimination in the workplace occurs all over the world, though residents of Pennsylvania should be aware of how to seek emotional distress damages if it happens to them. In effect, an individual may be able to seek damages for pain and suffering caused by an...
Pennsylvania is among the states that have modified their laws against workplace discrimination. However, workplace discrimination is still prevalent in many organizations despite stringent measures enhanced to curb it. In one prominent example, the tech giant Google...
If you've just been fired from your job in Pennsylvania, you might be wondering if you can sue for wrongful termination. You might have a lawsuit on your hands if you can prove that your employer fired you for discriminatory reasons or retaliated against you for...
Making a racist or homophobic comment could create a hostile working environment for anyone who hears your words. Making comments about a colleague's appearance may also be an example of harassment or discrimination in the workplace. Let's take a closer look at the...
The Americans with Disabilities Act is celebrating its 30th anniversary, and the protections have impacted countless employees as they pursue their professional goals. The ADA covers a wide range of employers including all organizations with 15 or more staff members,...
People in Pennsylvania should know that there are characteristics that are protected from discrimination under the law. For example, an employer can discriminate based on experience. A company may need to hire a person with a specific set of skills at a particular...
As a general rule, employers in Pennsylvania and throughout the United States are not allowed to discriminate against workers based on their religion or gender. They are also generally not allowed to treat workers differently because they are addicted to drugs or...
