Many employees work remotely or in a hybrid manner. These employees may be using their computers more than ever to do their work and interact with their co-workers and employers. This can provide these employees with more flexibility in their daily lives and save...
Quid pro quo sexual harassment happens when someone in a position of power in a workplace asks for sexual favors in exchange for something like a promotion, raise or job security. This form of workplace harassment can create a hostile work environment and affect your...
Pushing back against workplace sexual harassment is often an intimidating idea. Even those who know they cannot continue to turn a blind eye to a toxic culture or a supervisor's inappropriate behavior may worry about endangering not only their current employment but...
In an at-will state, an employer can employ, terminate, promote, demote and discipline an employee when they want to and for no reason at all. It makes wrongful termination seem like an impossible claim, but that is not necessarily true. Wrongful termination is when...
In a rare show of bipartisanship, the U.S. Senate passed legislation this month that prohibits employers from forcing victims of sexual assault and harassment from settling their complaints via arbitration. Support for the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault...
Other people's conduct can make your job unpleasant or even unsafe. Sexual harassment is a common issue that affects people of all ages and backgrounds in multiple different careers. Many people associate sexual harassment with a hostile work environment. Co-workers...
Individuals tend to spend a large portion of their lives in the workplace. While certain stresses and pressures are to be expected in the working environment, there are conditions that overstep these boundaries. Everyone has the right to work in surroundings that are...
Workplace harassment is a harsh reality to millions of Americans. Some people choose to sweep things under the rug, while others look for alternative jobs or ignore their state of affairs. However, it is crucial to safeguard your legal rights and protect yourself...
Sexual harassment in the workplace is bad enough when you’re an adult. However, teens too often face it at some of their earliest jobs. Teens can be particularly vulnerable to sexual harassment and even assault by managers or other employees. They’re often in...
It’s often said that employees who are experiencing any type of harassment should keep a diary of when these events occur. It is true that documentation is important and that writing everything down can help you present a coherent account of events should you wind up...