While most people associate bullying with children and teens, the problem can also affect adults. Take workplace bullying, for instance, which is an issue at numerous businesses and other entities. Workplace bullying is not always the same as harassment, although the...
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How do you respond to and report sexual harassment at work?
Too often sexual harassment goes unchecked in the workplace because employees either do not recognize it or are afraid to speak up. There is a legal process to protect you from harassment of any kind, and information is the first step to empowerment. Responding to...
Federal ruling vacates certain rights for trans workers
The last several years have seen sexual orientation and gender identity become a political and workplace battleground once more. Federal and state protections switch back and forth as lawsuits and separate rulings continue to determine the rights and protections of...
What should I know about pregnancy discrimination?
Discrimination against pregnant women is rampant in many forms across the United States. However, in some instances, it is very difficult to “pin down.” If your employer makes your position redundant, was this just a coincidence, or was it because you announced your...
Religious discrimination and requests for accommodations
Texas employers must follow federal labor laws and protect their employees from workplace discrimination. The protection includes issues related to religion. United States federal law prohibits companies from making personnel decisions based on an employee’s religious...
Retaliation is not always so easy to spot
In exchange for your putting in a hard day's work, your employer should treat you fairly. Unfortunately, though, workplace discrimination and sexual harassment remain alarmingly common in the U.S. In fact, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission estimates that...
Gender discrimination affects 42% of working women
Women employed in Texas and across the nation face a high risk of experiencing work-related gender discrimination. A high percentage of female employees reported having been victims of it during their careers. Research shows that there are a number of factors that...
Almost 50% of LGBTQ workers have faced workplace discrimination
Workplace discrimination affects workers in all states and industries. Yet, studies show that you are more likely to become a victim of this type of treatment if you are a part of the LGBTQ community. Research shows that almost half of all LGBTQ workers employed...
3 signs of racial discrimination in the workplace
It is illegal to discriminate in the workplace based on race. Anyone who believes they suffered racial discrimination may file a claim with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. However, it is not always easy to identify racial discrimination. Racism in the...
Do you know what qualifies as sexual harassment?
Workplace incidents of sexual harassment continue to occur. Do you know what to look out for to identify it? While some acts of harassment may appear obvious, others may remain subtle. In these instances, you may find yourself questioning whether what you experience...