Workplace discrimination often feels like it is targeted directly at you, specifically because you stand out from the crowd in some way. Maybe you're the only woman in a male-dominated workforce, for instance, or perhaps you're a fresh college graduate in a workplace...
Month: October 2019
Morris County’s prosecutor is sued for racial discrimination
Two Morris County detectives filed a discrimination lawsuit against their supervisor, the county prosecutor in the U.S. District Court in Newark on Oct. 17. The plaintiffs allege that their boss intentionally passed over them for job promotions simply because they're...
There is more than one form of gender discrimination
Even though your workplace should be 100 percent free of discrimination, it's not out of the question that someone could cross the line. Not only will this throw you for a curve in regard to your employment, but it can also affect your personal life and finances....
Forms of workplace sexual harassment and how to take action
With workplace sexual harassment taking on many different forms, it's not always easy to pinpoint it and take immediate action to protect your legal rights. Instead, you may find yourself wondering what's happening, how to proceed and whether you should speak...
There is more than 1 type of off-the-clock work
Working off the clock typically occurs when your employer requests that you complete work-related activity without compensation. As tempted as you may be to comply, as you want to show that you're a good team player, it can quickly turn into something you didn't sign...
2 New Jersey Costco workers sue the company for sexual harassment
Several Costco workers representing two different stores filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against their employer in recent months. Many of the female plaintiffs accuse their male managers of repeated harassment over a prolonged time. The women who filed the suit were...
Termination in violation of your employment contract
It's critical to review your employment contract before you begin working for a new employer. Neglecting to do so could result in you signing something that doesn't have your best interests in mind.Your employment contract protects you in many ways, such as in the...
How much are tipped employees required to be paid?
You take a new job as a server or a bartender. You know that much of your earnings will come through tips. You consider it one of the perks of the job, as you're very good with people and you assume you'll make a fair amount.But what does it mean for your wages from...
Workplace retaliation is wrong, even if a complaint is groundless
Employers have a responsibility to treat their employees fairly and avoid retaliating against an employee who exercises their rights or files complaints with the human resources department. When an employer responds to an employee defending one or several of their...
Keep your eyes open for signs of age discrimination
As you age, you may have concerns about discrimination in the workplace. It's not legal, but some employers will do whatever it takes to replace older workers with members of a younger generation. While there are many signs of age discrimination, these four are among...