Needing time off work can occur for many reasons. In some cases, a day or two to recover from a minor illness may be all that is needed. On the other hand, individuals who live with chronic illness or who have close family members who do may need extended time off to...
Month: November 2020
Suicide risk increases for sexual harassment victims
Going through a traumatic experience can change any Washington, D.C. resident’s life. It is important to keep in mind that what one person considers traumatic can differ from another person’s point of view. However, if people experience something that makes them...
Requests for reasonable accommodations can face pushback
Living with a disability is something that numerous individuals in Washington, D.C. and across the country do. Often, people are able to find various ways to conduct their lives and fulfill work-related duties despite their disabilities. In many cases, reasonable...
Does your religion require certain grooming and dress standards?
Your religious freedom is guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and the law. What this means when it comes to employment is that your employer or a prospective employer cannot discriminate against you due to your religious beliefs. No one in your workplace should harass...
Verbal and cyber harassment are issues in the workplace
These days, when many Washington, D.C. residents think of wrongdoing in the workplace, sexual harassment comes to mind. Certainly, this type of misconduct continues to be a prevalent issue in workplaces across the country. However, this is only one type of harassment...