Category: Workplace Discrimination

That May Be Illegal If you have a criminal record, you are probably already aware that it can hinder you in finding a job. Data consistently shows that as hard as the job market can be for anyone, it is especially challenging for those with a criminal history—which amounts to […]

How Our State Protects Workers in 2023 Both the state and the federal government have an interest in protecting workers from discrimination. While the federal government has several laws that prohibit discrimination based on various characteristics, some states go further with even stronger protections. Pennsylvania is one of those. What […]

Under Some Circumstances, Yes. It may come as no surprise to hear that your employer can monitor your activity while you’re working in the office, using employer-owned devices. But with more people than ever working from home these days, the line between work and personal time can become a bit […]

Short Answer: Anything You Need. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) says that qualifying employers have to offer employees with disabilities accommodations in the workplace. But that term—“reasonable accommodations”—can sound a bit vague. What does it mean? The simple answer is that anything can be a reasonable accommodation, as long […]

Pregnancy Discrimination and FMLA Retaliation Having a baby is a time of celebration and joy. But unfortunately, for those working during and after their pregnancy, “what to expect when you’re expecting” can also include pregnancy discrimination. It is unlawful for employers to discriminate against pregnant employees—including in hiring and firing […]