When you apply to work a job and accept an offer, there is usually an assumption that you’re being offered the going rate for the position regardless of gender. Unfortunately, it is a reality that some employers will offer less pay to women compared to men, even if...
Disability discrimination involves an employer considering an individual's medical condition instead of their work history and job performance for employment-related decisions. When someone has a disabling medical condition, whether it is a permanent or temporary...
Most workplaces have at least one person who thinks it’s a good idea to put up a pin-up calendar or to have “sexy” screensavers. At home or in a private office, that might not be a big deal. If you are dealing with this kind of imagery in an open office environment,...
Paid time off is an employment benefit that many workers don't receive. Companies don't have an obligation to offer sick leave, personal time or vacation days. Some businesses provide such benefits for their workers as a perk, but many do not. Whether your employer...
When you’re not yet 40 but are facing struggles in the workplace that you believe are because of your age, you may feel that you can simply prove discrimination and make your case. The reality is that the law only extends age discrimination protection to workers who...
People working in the medical profession have the trust not only of their patients but of society at large. Medical offices are one of few businesses that can directly bill the United States government for services rendered. Medical practices that accept Medicare and...
When a workplace environment causes an individual to feel discriminated against due to his or her gender, discussing the circumstances with a supervisor may help solve the problem. An employer has a responsibility to resolve discrimination issues when made aware of...
When your employers or coworkers intentionally treat you negatively because of your age, you could be the victim of age discrimination. The Age Discrimination Act of 1975 prohibits others from discriminating against you at work on the basis of your age. Even though...
What if you lost your job because you recently had a baby? Or, what if you did not lose your job, but you came back to work and faced inappropriate treatment by your colleagues? The truth is, this happens more often than people realize. Times have changed for working...
Whistleblowing is the act of reporting an illegal, unethical or unsafe practice. In the healthcare field, whistleblowing is especially important because it can involve factors that put the wellbeing, health and even life of patients at risk. The nursing code of ethics...
