workplace discrimination

Many workers take pride in wearing hairstyles that reflect their cultural heritage, racial identity or personal expression. Unfortunately, some employees still face workplace scrutiny, discipline or even termination because of their appearance.  Can an employer in...

Unfair treatment at work may leave you replaying every comment, meeting and schedule change in your head. Details that feel clear today might blur later, especially when the situation involves several people or repeated incidents. A careful record may give you a more...

Employees have the right to have a safe work environment. One part of this means that they don’t have to deal with being harassed at work. Workplace harassment can make the job feel impossible to continue because of humiliation or safety concerns.  Workplace...

You may feel a sense of relief after receiving your genetic test results, yet sharing that news at work often creates new anxieties. It is difficult to focus on your duties when you worry that your supervisor might view you as a future liability rather than a present...

Employees with disabilities in Texas have strong legal protections against workplace discrimination. To recognize when your employer has crossed the line, it is important to know your rights under Texas law. What qualifies as a disability under the law? The Americans...

Discrimination takes many forms, and sometimes, it will not be as overt as hearing slurs or offensive jokes at your expense. Anyone can be the victim of unfair treatment. It is important to know the subtle ways people put down others to avoid getting in trouble with...

Going to work should be about doing your job and building a career, not facing prejudice. Unfortunately, workplace discrimination remains a real issue for many people. It happens when an employee is treated unfairly because of who they are—whether it is their race,...

Discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity can create a hostile work environment and limit equal opportunities. If you identify as LGBTQ+ and face unfair treatment at work, you should know that federal and Texas laws provide protections to help...

Genetic discrimination in the workplace is a genuine concern, even if it does not make headlines often. As genetic testing becomes more common for medical, ancestry and health-related purposes, there is a growing risk that employers could misuse genetic information...

Experiencing discrimination at work can be overwhelming, especially if you're unsure how to handle the situation. If you believe you’ve faced discrimination, it’s important to take steps to protect your rights and address the issue properly. Understand what...