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Racial discrimination is one of the most common types of workplace discrimination in the United States. According to statistics from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), a racial component has been present in around a third of discrimination charges Read More
October 18, 2019 Category: Uncategorized
Independent contractors make up about 10 percent of all American workers. This is a popular choice for many companies because of the benefits to the company itself. One appeal of hiring a contractor is that companies are able to pay Read More
September 27, 2019 Category: Discrimination
If you need to be tested for a serious illness, you might worry about taking time off from work. Fearing job or wage loss should not stop you from seeking the care you need. California courts recently issued a decision Read More
September 26, 2019 Category: Discrimination
You shouldn’t have to worry about your job if you or someone you love gets really sick. Fortunately, there’s a federal law that protects you. Under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), your employer is prohibited from firing you Read More
August 31, 2019 Category: FMLA
Imagine that you are nauseous, dizzy, and have a headache so intense that you are unable to stand any noise or light. Your doctor is unable to prevent future episodes. Now imagine that these attacks happen to you five times Read More
August 15, 2019 Category: Discrimination
California’s Bill to ban discrimination against natural hair passed the assembly and senate with unanimous votes. On July 3, 2019, California Governor Gavin Newsome signed the bill into law. The law bans discrimination against natural hair, including afros, braids, twists, Read More
July 26, 2019 Category: Race Discrimination
You’re protected from employment discrimination by federal and California laws. Employers are prohibited from discriminating against you on the basis of: Race Color Age (if you are 40 or over) Religion Sex (which includes pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity) Read More
July 14, 2019 Category: Discrimination
In California, employers are prevented from discriminating against employees or job applicants based on age. Under the Fair Employment and Housing Act, an employer with five or more employees may not discriminate against a person over 40 based on their Read More
June 29, 2019 Category: Age Discrimination
Kimberly Forbes told administrators at Valencia High School that two black female students were being sexually harassed by two male students. Months later, she brought up what she believed was a “racially hostile environment” at the school. When the Black Read More
June 5, 2019 Category: Race Discrimination
Beginning in the fall of 2012, the Sultana High School’s Gay-Straight Alliance club was removed from the school’s student handbook. When club members asked to hold events at the school, the administration refused those requests. Fliers advertising club meetings were Read More
May 15, 2019 Category: LGBT Discrimination
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