Even though plenty of Americans have desk jobs, most workers still spend a great deal of time on their feet. Indeed, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average civilian employee sits for about 44 percent of the workday and stands for 56 percent of...
Year: 2022
Can you recover anything from wrongful termination?
Despite the fact that Pennsylvania is an at-will employment state, employers cannot fire people for potentially discriminatory reasons. People successful with their wrongful termination claims have access to certain compensation. Proving wrongful termination means...
Ways an employer can support pregnant employees
Employees who are pregnant, may be pregnant or are experiencing pregnancy-related complications have legal protection against discrimination. Employers must accommodate these employees as necessary to avoid discrimination or wrongful termination claims, but it does...
Many women in trucking never report sexual harassment
A commercial truck driver shortage continues to cause hardships for suppliers in Pennsylvania and across the nation. Some industry insiders believe getting more women in the field would help solve the problem. Yet, research shows that some women hesitate to get into...
How do I report discrimination against a coworker?
As an employee, you have a right to work in an environment free of hostility and poor treatment. The onus is not only on your employer to sustain these conditions but also on your coworkers. If you or someone you know has faced discrimination by a coworker in your...
A hostile environment constitutes workplace discrimination
Workplace discrimination is unlawful under both state and federal regulations. This includes discrimination based on race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability and genetic information. Many people do not realize that it does not always have to...
Are jokes about women sexual harassment?
Many people do not understand that sexual harassment does not have to include any physical impositions or specifically be about sexual acts. The laws on sexual harassment also include gender. Jokes about women could be sexual harassment in the right context. The US...
Your response to discriminatory treatment in the workplace
Discriminatory treatment can cause a lot of harm to your confidence and your career. Experiencing ongoing torment can interfere with your productivity and in serious cases, threaten your safety. You have the right to file a complaint, and you should receive immediate...
What are the workplace rights of disabled individuals?
Everyone has a right to dignified treatment while on the job. Unfortunately, we live in a world where not everyone respects those with limitations. On the flip side, many who have disabilities continue getting hired. Also, the law provides significant protection...
What are some signs of pregnancy discrimination?
If you are expecting a baby, this is likely an exciting period in your life. And even though you may be eager for your new baby to arrive, you may have concerns about working while you are pregnant. According to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, it is...