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What the law says about pregnant workers in safety-sensitive positions For some women, becoming pregnant puts their jobs into new perspective. Woman with physically demanding jobs, or those who work in safety-sensitive positions, may wonder how long they can safely perform their job duties. However, in some cases, those women […]

How disabilities are covered under federal law Unfortunately, disability discrimination complaints by employees are pretty common. Many of them fall into two categories: People who were denied accommodations on the job. People who were suddenly terminated after disclosing a serious medical condition. Let’s take a look at how the Americans […]

What steps to take if your company blows off your complaint Being sexually harassed on the job can be an emotional roller coaster. Victims may experience feelings of embarrassment, emotional upset, or even fear as they try to carry on with their work while fending off inappropriate behavior. When you’re […]

Woman fired over unsatisfactory FMLA paperwork Can you be fired because your employer didn’t like the way your doctor filled out your medical leave forms? That’s what one woman said happened to her when she applied for intermittent time off through the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Because the […]

How to tell if you’re getting shortchanged Have you ever suspected that your paycheck was light? If so, you’re not alone. According to the Sheller Center for Social Justice at Temple University, tens of thousands of low-wage workers in Philadelphia are victims of wage theft on a weekly basis. In […]