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If you have a physical or mental disability that requires one or more adjustments to your workplace in order to do your job, you likely already know that the law requires most employers to provide “reasonable accommodation” if requested by an applicant or current...
When an employer wants to be rid of an employee for blatantly illegal reasons, they sometimes resort to a tactic that has been dubbed “quiet firing.” Quiet firing is when an employer tries to get you to be the one to make the decision to leave, usually by making your...
In too many workplaces, older professionals face subtle exclusion in many forms. Examples include missed promotions and outright dismissal – not due to performance, but because their age makes others uncomfortable. The justifications may sound benign: “They don’t fit...
Workplace discrimination can be unbearable. You may be constantly singled out, passed over or shut out, and you may consider quitting out of frustration. However, leaving your job without careful thought can weaken your ability to pursue a discrimination case against...
Texans are protected under both state and federal law from employment discrimination based on national origin. That applies not just to people who were born in another country but also to those whose parents or even grandparents or ancestors were born outside the U.S....
You’ve been applying online for jobs for months and have yet to get even a nibble. You’re frustrated and discouraged, wondering why your considerable skill set isn’t attracting offers to interview. One problem could be with your resume. Read on for some tips about how...
Studies over the years have shown that sexual harassment in the workplace is underreported. A significant percentage of cases go unreported, which leads to harmful behaviors going unchecked, resulting in hostile work environments. So, why do some victims fail to...
If an employee is disabled, employers are obligated to make reasonable accommodations so that they can continue to have their job. For instance, an employee could suffer a spinal cord injury in a car accident that leaves them with a lifelong disability. If their...
Experiencing discrimination at work can be both isolating and disheartening, especially when it is based on your gender. The Texas Commission on Human Rights Act and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 are in place to protect employees from unfair treatment....
Pregnancy should be a joyous time filled with excitement for the future, but for many working women it can also come with unexpected challenges in the workplace. From denied promotions to sudden job losses, pregnancy discrimination is a serious issue too many...