A disability should not prevent a qualified employee from succeeding at work. Sometimes, a small change to a job or workplace can help an employee complete essential duties. These changes are known as reasonable accommodations. Federal disability rights law protects...
An older worker may worry that age affects a job decision. Maybe a younger employee gets a promotion, or a manager starts talking about retirement. These situations can raise questions about age discrimination. Florida workers age 40 and older may have legal...
Pregnancy discrimination in the workplace is illegal. The state of Florida provides several protections for pregnant employees. These protections ensure fair treatment in the workplace. Understanding these protections can help employees recognize and assert their...
Employment discrimination based on disabilities occurs when an employer treats a qualified employee or job applicant unfavorably because of a disability. Under U.S. law, however, employers cannot treat employees with disabilities differently from able-bodied...
Navigating the professional world is challenging. It becomes even more complex when discrimination hinders career advancement. Recognizing signs of discrimination helps you address barriers impeding your progress at work. Disparities in assignments and projects...
Discrimination at work can negatively impact job satisfaction and well-being. However, it can be difficult to identify discriminatory actions that affect you at work. Understanding common forms of workplace discrimination can help you protect your employment rights....
Breastfeeding is an essential component of a baby's health, and many mothers choose to continue breastfeeding after returning to work. However, finding a private and comfortable space to express breast milk can be a challenge in many workplaces. To address this issue,...
Discrimination in the workplace often takes the form of employee peers or an authority figure such as a manager engaging in bad behavior. With the right proof or evidence, you can claim someone at your work is liable for discrimination. However, what happens when you...
Much like their employees, supervisors must also adhere to certain standards and rules. Failure to do so can result in employment law violations, which can lead to serious legal issues for a business and its management team. While it can be an intimidating process,...
Looking at statistics on disability discrimination can provide you with a better understanding of how prevalent this problem is. Unfortunately, far too many hard-working people face unnecessary challenges as a result of disability discrimination. Whether your employer...
