As of June 27th, 2023, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) took effect. This new federal law helps ensure that working women can request reasonable accommodations from their employers during pregnancy. The PWFA helps address the medical limitations women often...
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Is it employment discrimination if it happens outside the office?
Even though employers don’t have the capacity to police employee conduct outside the office, the truth is that employee interactions outside the workplace can impact their work environment. In fact, under certain circumstances, inappropriate employee conduct outside...
The most common form of disability discrimination at work
Several rules help to protect people from medical discrimination in the workplace. For example, someone's genetic information should not trigger employer discrimination. Additionally, those with actual disabling medical conditions should not have to worry about...
Examples of how the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act is interpreted and applied
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) stands as a significant piece of legislation aimed at safeguarding the rights of expectant workers in the United States. Enacted to address concerns of discrimination against pregnant workers, the PWFA is a federal law that...
What do you do if you think you’re about to be wrongfully fired?
You’ve always thought that you were a valued part of your employer’s team – but you’re suddenly picking up some signals that make you believe your boss is about to show you the door. Your workload is suspiciously light, your co-workers and boss are keeping you at a...
When can a termination be deemed wrongful?
Florida is an “at-will” state. Nonetheless, your employer cannot dismiss you based on your protected characteristics. If they do, you may file a wrongful termination claim against them and recover applicable damages. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for some...
Unmasking transgender discrimination in the workplace
Transgender discrimination refers to the unfair and prejudiced treatment that trans people often face due to their gender identity or gender expression. Discrimination against transgender employees can encompass a wide range of negative behaviors, from subtle acts of...
How do employers create enforceable non-compete agreements?
Non-compete agreements have become more controversial in recent years. There are indications that there could be a ban at the federal level enacted in the next few years. For the time being, however, non-compete agreements are theoretically legal and enforceable in...
4 myths about disabled workers
Workplaces in the United States are increasingly inclusive – and that’s a good thing. However, there are still some pervasive myths about workers with disabilities that generate negative attitudes among employers and employees alike. These are some of the top...
Are grooming policies racial discrimination?
Employees have many protective rights. The biggest right employees have is the right to a safe workplace. A safe workplace means one that is free of discrimination and harassment. While many forms of discrimination are obvious, some others are more discrete – like...