Though workplaces across the country continue to improve in many ways, they remain stuck in the past in others. This includes the continuation of all forms of harassment and discrimination in many different work environments. In particular, discrimination against...
employment law for employers
Are deaf and hearing-impaired workers protected by the ADA?
The Americans with Disabilities Act protects employees with a range of impairments that include deafness and hearing loss. As noted by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, if you have a hearing impairment, employers may not discriminate against you....
What do you know about evolving definitions of disability?
Before terminating employees, Pennsylvania employers should double-check what the Americans with Disabilities Act defines as a disability. Otherwise, companies could find themselves in legal trouble from employees who feel discriminated against. The ADA explains...
Getting to know the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act
Discrimination in the workplace is far from a relic of the past. In fact, according to a recent survey by Glassdoor, roughly 3 out of every 5 workers in the U.S. have either experienced workplace discrimination or watched it happen to someone else. Even though it...
Ways employers discriminate against workers with cognitive disabilities
There are federal protections in place for people with cognitive disabilities in the workplace, just as there are for people with physical disabilities. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission amended the Americans with Disabilities Act to include protection for...
If I have been discriminated against at work, do I call an attorney or the EEOC?
Your employer has discriminated against you, and you are ready to take legal action. Where do you begin? Depending on where you work, the process may begin with a complaint to your HR department. Many larger companies require this, and sometimes, HR can resolve the...
Severance agreement requirements for older departing employees
If you are 40 years of age or older and are leaving your job involuntarily, your employer may provide you with a severance agreement to sign. Severance agreements for older departing employees must adhere to certain regulations established by the EEOC and other...
What is pretext in an employment law case?
If you work in a positive environment, you probably enjoy both your job duties and your colleagues. Still, if you become a victim of workplace discrimination, you may hate going to work every day. Fortunately, both federal and state laws probably protect you from this...
Housekeepers may be at increased risk of sexual harassment
If you work as a housekeeper for a major hotel, you are probably experiencing a boost to your career. After all, as staffing shortages continue to grip the hospitality sector, you may be in a good position to negotiate a pay raise or better working conditions. Still,...
When may I file a lawsuit for retaliation?
Firing an employee as an act of retaliation violates federal employment laws. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s website notes that employees may submit complaints without fear of punishment. If you complain about discrimination, your employer cannot...