Most people have an idea of what sexual harassment is in our heads, and it is usually quite an extreme vision. It might be rape, forceful touching or blackmail. Although these things do constitute sexual harassment, many people do not realize that acts like this are...
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Understanding California’s New Parent Leave Act
A new law regarding parental leave took effect in California at the beginning of this year that may help you form a stronger bond with your child. If your employer meets certain criteria, he or she must now allow you to take at least 12 weeks of parental leave within...
Is obesity a protected class in discrimination laws?
When you have struggled with obesity or morbid obesity for many years, you get accustomed to the rude comments and stares. They still hurt, but you don’t let them affect your life. However, you probably never expected to lose your job due to obesity. If you lost your...
Was your demotion due to sexual harassment?
When you are demoted at work, it can be a very disheartening experience. You may feel as though your skills are being underestimated, and your confidence is likely to take a hit. But many have reason to believe that their demotion was wrongful. If you have been a...
Was I discriminated against at work?
Discrimination happens in many different ways in the workplace. In general, it is not the actions that take place that are inherently wrong, for example, firing or demoting an employee, but it is the reasons for the actions that took place that can be considered...
Emojis Becoming A Perplexing Factor in Harassment Cases
Emojis are the cute, funny and sometimes confusing little images that many people use in social media, text messaging, chats or emails. Emoji images can sometimes be difficult to decipher. If you show a new emoji to 10 different people, you might get 10 different...
Responding to job termination the right way
Losing a job can be a life-changing occurrence, both for the good and the bad. It can force you to examine your life and make positive changes for the future; however, it can also mean that you suffer financially, and that you are left with low self-esteem and...
The Family Medical Leave Act and disability insurance explained
When you are suffering from an illness and unable to work, you are likely to become confused about all of the different options available to you. It is important, therefore, to fully understand the differences between benefits such as short-term disability insurance...
What does gender discrimination look like?
Gender equality, especially in the workplace, is becoming a hot issue in the modern world and especially in professions that are male-dominated such as engineering, medicine, and technology. Although it’s easy to overlook these gender biases in the workplace, they can...
Am I overreacting to sexual gestures in the office?
There are situations in life that can be uncomfortable and awkward. This could mean meeting an ex in the supermarket and feeling awkward when he or she asks you on another date, or it could mean telling a friend that you want to stop hanging out with him or her. Many...