Older workers in Minnesota and across the nation have a lot to offer their employers. Their years of experience often makes them strong employees in their chosen fields. Moreover, they can serve as mentors to younger workers, passing on their knowledge and through...
Can there be age discrimination against subgroups of workers?
As Minnesota residents may know, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act prohibits those age 40 and older from being discriminated against in the workplace. However, the question of how this type of discrimination applies to those above age 50 in comparison for those...
Gretchen Carlson to testify before Congress on sexual harassment
Minnesota native and ex-Fox News anchor Gretchen Carlson filed a lawsuit six months ago, alleging that she was sexually harassed by Roger Ailes, who was network chief at the time. Alies was subsequently let go from his job, but not before trying to force the case into...
Being A Whistleblower: Is It Worth The Risk?
When someone provides you with the money you need to pay for food, shelter and your bills, you may feel some sense of loyalty or dependence. That's how you may feel about your employer - necessary to your livelihood. Whether you like your job or not, you need it. And...
How can victims of workplace sexual harassment address the issue?
Being sexually harassed at work can make a person feel scared, angry, humiliated and ashamed. Minnesota workers in such a situation may want to address the issue, but may not know where to start. They may even be wrongfully told that they have no options with regard...
Was University of Minnesota’s football coach illegally fired?
The college football season may be over, but one incident involving the University of Minnesota's football team is still garnering national attention. As Minneapolis residents might already know, the University of Minnesota fired football coach Tracy Claeys after he...
Despite difficulties, reporting sexual harassment may be worth it
People in Minneapolis may recall the $20 million sexual harassment settlement between Gretchen Carlson, who was working as an anchor for Fox News, and Roger Ailes, who was the Fox News chief at the time of the reported events. Carlson has since announced that she will...