Everybody in Texas has a right to do what they can to earn a living and make their lives better. It's not always easy, but it's a fundamental part of the American dream. Unfortunately, people with hearing disabilities often face many challenges and obstacles in the...
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Common signs of age discrimination in Texas workplaces
Jobs or careers give most people a sense of purpose and fulfillment, especially if they've toiled for years to perfect their craft. However, as people grow older, the job market becomes increasingly competitive despite years of experience and skill development. It is...
EEOC releases employment discrimination lawsuit report
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s 2023 employment discrimination lawsuit report reveals that workers in Texas and around the country are taking legal action against their employers more often. The number of employment discrimination lawsuits filed by the...
Employee rights under FMLA in Texas
Caring for a newborn, tending to an ailing family member or managing a chronic illness can greatly impact your capacity to engage in both full-time and part-time work. It is only right that you can take a leave of absence from work to attend to these important life...
Why does the healthcare industry and others deal with workplace discrimination?
Although people sometimes act like society has evolved to the point where discrimination is no longer a thing, employment discrimination still happens quite often in Texas. If you believe you have been the victim of such discrimination, it is good to understand...
How invisible disabilities affect adults in the workplace
Texas is a state known for its welcoming nature, especially for disabled people in the workplace. However, you might be living with undiagnosed disabilities, mental health ailments or other conditions you feel there's no need for you to disclose to your employer. As...
What is the glass ceiling?
Have you ever been passed up for a promotion? In Texas and across the country, this happens every day. There are many reasons, but for marginalized groups, a glass ceiling may keep them from climbing the corporate ladder. What is the glass ceiling? The glass ceiling...
Steps for submitting a discrimination complaint
While there are laws that protect people against employment discrimination in Texas and across the country, it unfortunately still occurs. Employees are frequently discriminated against due to their race, gender, disability status, marital status, religion and age....
Discrimination based on visual impairment
Texas employers are not allowed to discriminate against job applicants or employees who are blind or have visual impairments. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) may bring legal action on behalf of an individual who is treated differently by an employer...
Can my employer deny me reasonable ADHD accommodations?
When interviewing for a job in Texas, you don't have to disclose that you have ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). For many positions, having that condition will not affect your ability to work. However, don't wait too long to inform your employer and ask...