Running a business can be difficult, especially when starting out. There are many things to consider, from marketing and sales to finance and operations. One of the most important aspects of any business is having written policies and procedures. These documents...
Month: August 2022
Can you be refused a job because of pregnancy?
Pregnancy discrimination comes in a few different forms, but at the core, no business can refuse to hire you, decide to fire you, or make other negative decisions just because you are pregnant. For example, if you go to an interview while pregnant, it is illegal for...
Does sexual harassment require physical contact?
People sometimes get their terms mixed up when talking about legal issues. Hence they might think that they cannot accuse someone of sexual harassment at work unless that person tried to have sex with them or something similar. Something of that severity is more...
“Whitened” resumes underscore discriminatory hiring
Technically, all companies are supposed to give equal opportunities to people of any background. A worker should not feel that they can't get a job based on their race, religion, ethnic background, age, gender and much else. These are protected classes. However, some...
Subtle signs your employer may be guilty of age discrimination
Few employers are daft enough to tell you that you are too old for the job to your face. Yet that may be exactly what they think. Age discrimination continues to be a significant problem in workplaces across the country. Here are some signs that your employer could be...