Workplace Discrimination

If you are a victim of domestic violence, it can affect many parts of your life. Unfortunately, this sometimes can include your job. Sadly, some employers may use your status as a victim to discriminate against you. Although you may think that you have no recourse in...

If you have a criminal record, you are not alone. It is estimated that about 65 million Americans are in the same situation. If you are looking for a job, having a criminal history may make it difficult to compete, as the overwhelming majority of employers run a...

It is an unfortunate fact that some employers and co-workers treat pregnant employees differently. When this happens, an employer may be committing pregnancy discrimination. Here are some warning signs that you are the victim of pregnancy discrimination: · An...

Pregnancy can be an incredible time in any woman's life. For roughly nine months, a woman needs to prioritize her health, safety and emotional well-being in ways she may never have had to do before. Between all these adjustments and considerations, it can be something...

If you are a victim of workplace discrimination, one of the most frustrating challenges you can face is expressing how that discrimination has affected you. Too many people downplay this unfair treatment or assume that a person is simply overreacting or being overly...

Employees in New York have numerous legal measures in place to protect them from being mistreated on the job. However, there are legal limitations that leave certain workers vulnerable to actions like retaliation, discrimination and harassment. Gay and lesbian...

There is no doubt that racial discrimination is a troubling and pervasive problem across the U.S. We read about discrimination in law enforcement, politics and education. Unfortunately, we also see discrimination in the workplace. Despite the fact that there are laws...

Finding out you are pregnant can be an overwhelming experience for any woman. Immediately, you can feel a rush of emotions from excitement and joy to fear and anxiety. These and countless other emotions will ebb and flow as your pregnancy progresses. For many women,...

Nearly everyone has likely had a bad day at work and may even have felt at some point as though they were being taken advantage of or deserve more compensation. To resolve these types of work-related issues, it’s often best to speak directly with one’s...

According to its website, New York City's Building's Department ensures for "the lawful use of over one million buildings and construction sites," throughout the city, "by enforcing compliance with city building codes and regulations." The integral role that the...