Employees have the legal right to voice concerns about unjust workplace practices without fear of retaliation in any professional setting. If you believe you're a victim of unethical treatment, such as discrimination or harassment, you're entitled to report such...
Changes to employment contracts can often be confusing, and understanding their implications is crucial for any employee. At the heart of the employment relationship lies the agreement -- a legal document binding both the employer and the employee to the included...
When discussing workplace sexual harassment, the term “quid pro quo” will sometimes come up. This denotes a specific type of harassment. Essentially, “quid pro quo” just means making an exchange. It doesn’t have to be used in a sexual harassment case. It means that...
Discrimination in the workplace can take many forms, including subtle forms that may be difficult to identify. If you are unsure of whether the subtle mistreatment you’re suffering at work is legally actionable, know that discrimination, harassment and retaliation...
An interesting study has been done in the last few years to examine the presence of racial discrimination in hiring. In theory, companies are not supposed to discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity. This is something that should never happen, and most companies...
Employees have a right to a safe work environment. One way employees may feel unsafe at work is if they experience sexual harassment. Victims may not immediately notice they’re being sexually harassed -- or they may have doubts, especially if their harassers are...
Workers deserve to be paid for their efforts. However, some employers take advantage of their position by stealing from their workers. This is known as wage theft. Every worker in this nation should know how to spot this common problem so that they can protect their...
Those who endure sexual harassment in the workplace can find a legal solution. However, you must prepare to prove your case. While Illinois courts are sympathetic to victims, they cannot decide in your favor without proof. Sometimes, others witness harassing incidents...
You know that your employer does not want you to leave your job, but perhaps you’ve been unhappy there for some time. Or maybe you found another job where you’ll be paid more money to do essentially the same thing. You go to your boss and put in your two weeks’...
Sexual harassment can take many forms, including verbal comments, physical touching and other unwanted behavior. While most people are aware of the dangers of sexual harassment in the workplace, it's also essential to remember that it can happen outside of the...