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A recent study on the impact of discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people in Pennsylvania found that the state ranked 24th out of 50 states for LGBT rights. The research indicates that while the state has made progress in providing increased...
Unfortunately, whatever line of work you are in, you could become a victim of racial discrimination. Though treating employees and job applicants differently based on their race is against the law in Pennsylvania, it still happens regularly here in the Harrisburg...
Welcoming a child into your family can be an exciting time. Unfortunately, for many women, it can also cause stress in the workplace. You may worry about how your colleagues and bosses may react. According to the Department of Labor, your boss, supervisors and...
If you have four or more employees, your company probably must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Among other things, the IRCA requires you to complete Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, for each new employee you hire. You also...
When you hear about workplace discrimination, it is likely that several types of specific discrimination come to mind. Racial and sexual discrimination rank among the most discussed types of discrimination at work, but they are not the only types. Age-related...
While a layoff at your place of employment may not be permanent, there is the potential it could be. Even so, the law does regulate layoffs to ensure fairness because you are still losing your job and income. According to the Code of Federal Regulations, the Worker...
If you experienced harassment in the workplace, you may have a case against your company. According to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, harassment includes any unwelcome conduct based on your race, religion, sex, older age, genetic information,...
A recent study finds that 86% of Generation Z workers say they’ve experienced workplace discrimination or abuse. According to Forbes, an astounding 70% of all respondents said employers or coworkers had mistreated them. While instances of workplace discrimination...
Individuals who experience workplace discrimination may find themselves in a position where their employers or other employees of a company try to force them to quit. However, some forms of abuse, such as gaslighting, are not always immediately apparent. The Society...
You have a right to go to work without facing discrimination because of your race. Unfortunately, though, racial discrimination in the workplace remains a significant problem in Pennsylvania and across the U.S. In fact, as many as 25% of black workers nationwide...
