The United States has made great strides in equality for many demographics. Unfortunately, workplace race discrimination remains a persistent issue. It can even affect employees’ careers and personal well-being. Some areas of the country do better than others in...
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Addressing gender biases at work
Gender discrimination persists in the workplace even with laws promoting equal opportunity. This discrimination can manifest in various forms, hindering personal growth and creating an unfair environment. Signs of gender discrimination Whether you notice it or not,...
Isolation is a form of racial discrimination at work
Every workplace inherently treats employees with different job titles in varying ways. It’s a natural occurrence, even if often unacknowledged. But, there are instances where these differences in treatment are not based on job-related factors. Instead, they come from...
Are transgender employees protected from discrimination In Pennsylvania?
According to the National Center for Transgender Equality, about three-quarters of transgender individuals say they have experienced discrimination in the workplace. In Pennsylvania, a significant shift in protecting the rights of transgender employees has recently...
What is genetic information discrimination in the workplace?
Workplace discrimination comes in many forms. We are mostly familiar with discrimination based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion and disability. However, there is also a type of employment discrimination rooted in a person’s genes called genetic...
What constitutes religious discrimination in the workplace
An employee can experience discrimination from seniors or colleagues based on different aspects, including religion. Religious discrimination involves treating someone unfavorably because of their religious beliefs or because they are married to or associated with an...
What does employment retaliation look like?
The law has provisions against misconduct stemming from discrimination, such as employment retaliation. This violation happens when you file a complaint and someone intentionally makes employment decisions or actions that adversely impact you. Employees participating...
New psychological initiatives tackle continuing workplace ageism
A recent lawsuit against a social media giant, X, alleging a mass layoff involving its older employees triggers presumptions that ageism continues to permeate through the U.S. workplace. While this case involves older adults, ageism, or discrimination based on age,...
What is the CROWN Act?
Navigating the complexities of workplace etiquette and standards can be challenging, particularly when it comes to personal appearance. A noteworthy change has come to Pennsylvania, offering more freedom and protection for individuals wishing to express their cultural...
How to prove age discrimination in wrongful termination cases?
In the world of work, unfair treatment sometimes rears its ugly head. For instance, injustices can be found where older employees may find it challenging to stand up against wrongful termination. Proving age discrimination can be tough to crack without concrete...

