When you become a father, your life will change unrecognizably. It is likely that you will want to make your role as a father a priority after the birth of your child or at the start of the adoption transition, and you likely have every right to do this. Many fathers...
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Year: 2018
California’s lawmakers change capitol policy on sexual harassment
Lawmakers in California are overhauling all the rules on how sexual harassment claims against employees in the capital are investigated and handled in an attempt to create a culture where there's zero tolerance for such acts. Like lawmakers in many other states,...
Is bias at work affecting you?
Bias in the workplace is a fact. It happens across all sectors and industries, and it is often quite hard to fight against. If you think you are experiencing bias in your workplace, you should know a little more about the types of bias and how you can take action to...
Should you disclose your autism to your employer?
Autism is not a simple disorder to understand. Many high-functioning autistic adults are quite enthusiastic about being part of the workforce, but they often struggle with the question of whether or not they should disclose their condition to an employer. Many...
3 tips for dealing with gossip at work
If there are rumors spreading around your workplace, you may have some serious concerns. A lie about you may ruin your reputation or career. Learning that coworkers are talking badly about you behind your back may feel devastating. You may be wondering if there is...
Understanding disability laws and reasonable accommodations
All employees with disabilities are protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA protects the rights of disabled people by making sure that they are not discriminated against and helping them feel empowered to live as normal a life as possible, and...
81 percent of women experience sexual harassment
Sadly, harassment in the workplace is far too common for women. According to a new survey, 81 percent of women experience sexual harassment. This staggering statistic shows just how vital the #MeToo movement is for empowering women. Sexual harassment takes many...
Retaliation after sexual harassment
When you have been a victim of sexual harassment in the workplace, it is likely that the experience completely changed the way you feel about the workplace you are in. After making an internal complaint about the sexual harassment you experienced, you probably thought...
What is whistleblower retaliation?
As an employee, you know when things are not quite right at work. If, however, you strongly suspect that the company for which you work is engaging in illegal practices or activities, this is serious indeed and goes far beyond the relatively petty little things that...
How California parental leave is changing in 2018
If you or your partner is pregnant and you are expecting a child, you will inevitably want to prepare for the first few months of life with your new baby from a financial and logistical perspective. Working mothers often feel as though they need to get back to the...