The country has come a long way over the past 30 years since passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Unfortunately, there remains a long way to go. Disability is still stigmatized, and the contributions of people with disabilities are underestimated and...
People in Houston practice different religions. Also, people that practice the same religion may practice it in different ways. Some religions require certain styles of dress or require certain activities or prayer during the day. Most religions also have certain days...
A large number of antidiscrimination lawsuits are commenced and won by the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The results of these directly benefit only those employees whose rights were violated, but these cases provide important guidance for...
Nearly every issue that you may need to file a complaint or lawsuit concerning has a statute of limitations, which is the time frame in which you can file a complaint. If you are experiencing discrimination or harassment, it is important that you are aware of the...
A hostile working environment negatively impacts the productivity of employees. It can have detrimental effects on the overall morale and hinder a company’s sense of professionalism. And victims of a hostile working environment may suffer significant psychological and...
Businesses around the U.S. and globally are beginning to bring workers back to the office following the COVID-19 lockdown. Safety is a primary concern. Many companies have reconfigured their workspaces to increase social distancing and are limiting the number of...
A small but bipartisan group of Texas legislators is sponsoring a bill that would expand the state's anti-discrimination laws to include members of the LGBTQ community. The lawmakers are pushing the bill as an economic boost for Texas. Though Texas law prohibits...
Reporting a sexual harassment case can be a daunting and frightening task for the victim. One of the many concerns that a victim of sexual harassment can have is what happens if the company chooses to retaliate their claim. It is important what legal measures exist...
The rise of the #MeToo movement has given women a platform to stand up and raise their voices against sexual harassment. Issues about this type of crime have many inclinations, mostly have to do with gender, power roles and how women and men are perceived in the...
Work is supposed to be a place of equal opportunities, but sadly it is still possible to be discriminated against, whether it be for sex, age or race. While workplace discrimination is illegal for protected classes, it still happens. If you feel that you are being...
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