Several states, including New York, have implemented laws to prohibit discrimination based on gender identity and expression. Despite these efforts, rigid gendered guidelines continue to permeate many facets of society. For instance, Alaska Airlines recently came...
Discrimination
Equal Pay Laws and Gender: Know Your Rights in New York
If you earn less than a co-worker of the opposite sex for substantially similar work, you may be able to recoup lost pay plus three times that sum in liquidated penalties. Equal Pay Laws in New York In New York State, workers are protected by state and federal equal...
4 questions you shouldn’t be asked during a job interview
Potential employers often ask a variety of questions in a job interview. As a candidate, you want to have the correct answer for every question. However, there are specific questions you should not answer because they are, in fact, against the law to ask job...
Railroad company targeted in disability discrimination claims
Being let go from your job is upsetting. When your termination comes on the heels of a traumatic health event, it can be especially devastating. Filing a lawsuit may help you assert your rights and recover compensation for any damages you suffered at the hands of your...
Can an employee be fired over alcoholism?
Excessive drinking and alcoholism can have serious personal and professional ramifications. But can an employee be fired merely for drinking too much? The answer tends to depend on the job and the circumstances regarding the employee’s use of alcohol. Some scenarios...
Tips for addressing off-the-clock misconduct
Employees may spend time together outside of work. In many instances, what employees do off the job is of no concern to the employer. However, when workers engage in harassment or discrimination, even while off-the-clock, employees and employers may face consequences...
Long list of racial discrimination claims made against Google
Large tech companies like Google typically rank high on lists of businesses with the best benefits and workplace perks. However, positive offerings do not mean that these companies are immune from issues involving workplace misconduct. For instance, a woman...
Dos and don’ts for documenting discrimination
If you face discrimination at work, you may be uncertain about how to protect yourself and your job. With so much potentially on the line emotionally and financially, here are a few things to keep in mind. What to do if you face discrimination If you feel your...
It’s complicated: Navigating workplace relationships
A survey from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) revealed that roughly one-third of people were involved in a romantic relationship last year. Finding love at work is certainly not uncommon, but these relationships can still trigger legal and...
Discrimination: It can go deeper than you realize
No worker should have to endure a discriminatory work environment. It can be easy to assume the issue rests with one problematic person, but the fact is that many workplaces in New York can foster an environment of tolerance for discrimination or even display blatant...
