No matter how young you feel, it’s a fact of life that some people will consider you too old for certain things. Sometimes this is appropriate, for example, when a coach refuses to let a 19-year-old play for the under 18’s team. Other times it is inappropriate and...
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How to identify ableism practices at your place of work
The workplace should be a space that fosters inclusion and celebrates diversity. However, discriminatory practices can still exist, and ableism – prejudice against people with disabilities – is one such example. Ableism can manifest in overt ways, but it can also be...
How does national origin discrimination manifest on the job?
National origin discrimination can occur in a workplace when employees or job applicants are treated unfavorably because they are from a particular country or region, because of their ethnicity, accent or an appearance that they are a member of a certain ethnic...
Can your employer force you to pray at work?
In troubled times, a lot of people turn to their faith for comfort – and employers are generally expected to make reasonable religious accommodations in the workplace for their employees. Employers are not allowed, however, to force their employees to engage in...
Workplace discrimination and bona fide occupational requirements
Most employers are well aware that discrimination in the workplace is wrong and illegal, but some do it anyway. They often attempt to justify or conceal misconduct behind legal jargon. For example, employers may mention confusing employment terms like bona fide...
Employee religious rights in the workplace
Religious rights in the workplace are protected under various laws in the United States, including here in Texas. It's important to note that while employees have the right to practice their religion, there are limitations to ensure a balance with other workplace...
The main factors in proving employer discrimination in Texas
Texas residents expect to deal with certain amounts of job-related stress. However, no one expects and should deal with workplace discrimination. Wanting to prove discrimination is understandable. You'll have the easiest time proving that discrimination happened by...
Study of EEOC retaliation and discrimination data released
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is the federal agency tasked with administering and enforcing laws prohibiting workplace discrimination in Texas and around the country. To determine how common employment discrimination is and how well the EEOC’s efforts to...
What impact does the gender pay gap have?
A recent class-action case against the Walt Disney Company may have implications for female workers in Texas. The plaintiffs sued over the gender pay gap, with the women earning 2% less than the men. What statutes apply in such cases? The case against Disney involved...
Increasing use of AI can result in pregnancy discrimination
Navigating pregnancy and workplace practices is challenging for Texas employees and businesses alike. Pregnancy discrimination, while illegal under state and federal law, continues to remain a harsh reality. While several anti-discrimination measures regarding...