The AARP surveyed employees aged 55 and older and found that 78% experienced or observed age discrimination at work. As reported by ABC Action News for WFTS Tampa Bay, about one-third of the nation’s workforce consists of employees over the age of 50. With widespread...
Though discrimination can happen anywhere for little to no reason, it is entirely possible to cut down on the possibility through how you manage your company culture. For example, strongly enforcing your expectations and prioritizing training has a provable effect on...
The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits employers from discriminating against workers with medical conditions. Showing favoritism toward unimpaired applicants and employees may classify as discrimination. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission notes that...
For many new fathers in Florida, taking time off from work and bonding with their newborns is essential. Although most companies follow the requirements of the Family Medical Leave Act, they make no additional concessions. If your company terminated you after...
When working, the last thing you want to deal with is harassment or discrimination from your fellow employees or even your upper management. Unfortunately, discrimination still regularly occurs in the modern workplace. You can end up harassed for everything from your...
If you believe that your employer discriminated against you, or that you did not receive a job offer as a result of discrimination during the hiring process, it is imperative to take a firm stand for your rights. Moreover, know that you are not alone and that many...
Businesses will often invest significant time and money into finding the perfect candidate for an open position. Unfortunately, this effort could end up having unintended consequences. From questions on the application to the in-person interview, a business must take...
In the workplace, pregnant workers have protection from discrimination. Unfortunately, many pregnant workers face different, more subtle forms of discrimination every day. The best way to protect yourself as a pregnant worker is to understand what forms this...
Although Florida is home to a large population of LGBTQ members, official protections against discrimination has been severely lacking for this group until recently. A huge victory for LGBTQ minorities comes in the form of a statewide implementation of the Bostock v....
Employers must make certain accommodations for their staff, including nursing mothers. As stated by the U.S. Department of Labor, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires workplaces to allow break time for nursing mothers, for the purpose of pumping breast milk...
