You never had any problem with sexual harassment in your workplace. Then came the annual holiday party. Alcohol was flowing freely, and people were getting relaxed – too relaxed. Someone sexually harassed or maybe even assaulted you. Can you take action even though it...
Your Florida employer should have a program in place to address employee complaints of sexual harassment. These programs are typically overseen and investigated by the company’s human resources (HR) department. Unfortunately, there are no specific laws for HR...
As someone who wears a hijab in everyday life, something you would prefer to do is to keep wearing it on the job. You’ve had jobs previously where you were concerned about wearing it, because you knew that people could discriminate against you because of it. The hijab...
A recent article in the Palm Beach Post indicates that hearing loss among U.S. residents could soon rise significantly. Some experts even estimate that deafness or hearing difficulties may increase more than 60% across the entire globe by 2050. The article resonates...
If you are like most hourly workers, you probably keep a running mental count of how many hours you have coming in your next paycheck. However, you probably round down when keeping track so that you don't overestimate your income. That practice might actually hurt you...
Few laws have done as much to protect people with disabling medical conditions as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA establishes protections for those with medical issues that affect their job performance or their needs in an educational environment....
If you live with a disability, it’s important for you to understand the term “ableism.” Ableism is a serious problem in many American workplaces, and it’s something that could make your work much more difficult. There are millions of people living with disabilities in...
Despite the prevalence of sexual harassment incidents at the workplace, most cases go unreported. The official statistics on record are just the tip of the iceberg. Victims downplay or choose not to make a formal report of their sexual harassment instances for various...
The basic definition of equality at the workplace is a lack of discrimination. It means fair treatment to everyone regardless of their status. Beyond that, it includes all employees having equal access to opportunities at the workplace. As an employee, you shouldn't...
It’s highly unlikely that any employer will pay less than minimum wage, but if they do, you will need to see if it’s legal for them to do so. The current federal minimum wage is $7.25, but many states have their own minimums that are higher than this. In Florida, the...
