Discrimination

Navigating Pregnancy Discrimination in the Workplace   Pregnancy should be a time of joy and anticipation, not stress and anxiety over job security. Unfortunately, pregnancy discrimination remains a significant issue in many workplaces. In this blog, we’ll explore what constitutes pregnancy discrimination, your legal rights, and steps you can take if you experience discrimination at […]

Age Discrimination Guide   Age discrimination happens far too often in workplaces across the nation. Whether you witness or experience age discrimination, it’s not always easy to identify it or know what to do when it happens. To help you take action that can protect your rights and interests, this guide on age discrimination explains:

How to Document Workplace Discrimination   Workplace discrimination complaints have surged nearly 9% since 2020, according to the latest data. Whatever form that discrimination takes, documenting instances of it can be vital to: Proving that workplace discrimination happened Establishing patterns of behavior or failures to intervene Helping the targets of workplace discrimination start to turn

Workplace bullying is an unfortunate reality that can take a toll on employees’ well-being and job satisfaction. It can take various forms, such as verbal abuse, intimidation, humiliation, and exclusion. Some behaviors cross the line into harassment, which may be subjected to legal recourse. You may be eligible to recover damages if a reasonable person

Picture this: You’re sitting at your desk in a Virginia office, diligently working on your tasks, when suddenly your employer asks you to do something that goes against your principles. It’s an ethical dilemma that many workers may encounter at some point in their careers. What should you do when faced with such a situation?

Gender discrimination is not a relic of the past; it is a stark reality faced by many in our workforce today. It rears its head in subtle and insidious ways by perpetuating inequalities, stifling potential, and leaving emotional scars that often go unnoticed. However, it doesn’t have to be this way. If you or someone

The number of employees working from home has grown exponentially over the last several years. With this rise in remote work, “productivity paranoia” has also grown, leading many employers to adopt various employee surveillance technologies in order to make sure their employees are staying productive and on task. However, are these actions ­legal? At The

The EEOC, or Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, is a federal agency tasked with upholding federal laws that combat employment discrimination and enforce regulations protecting individuals from workplace discrimination or harassment. However, when the EEOC rejects your case, it’s important to immediately speak with a lawyer to learn about your specific legal options.  While many people