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...
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3 Muslim women sue for religious discrimination over hijabs
Religion plays an important part in the lives of many people in this country. They may use religious teachings and customs to help them make certain decisions, and their beliefs may influence the clothing that they wear. When a place of employment bans individuals...
Don’t let discrimination slide in the workplace
Being treated unfairly in the workplace or witnessing the unfair treatment of another employee can be a difficult situation to navigate. Most workers in the Washington, D.C. area and elsewhere do not want to allow discrimination or retaliation to take place while on...
How should your employer address sexual harassment claims?
Employers have an obligation under the law to protect workers from illegal activity in the workplace. This includes taking preventative measures to lessen the likelihood of sexual harassment on the job and having effective measures to investigate and address...
Worker compensated for Family and Medical Leave Act violation
Most people need time off from work occasionally, whether for illness, the need to care for others, or for personal time. Any worker could get sick, have a family member who is sick, or otherwise need to take a day or two to stay home and handle personal affairs....
Woman claims discrimination, harassment over religion
Many people in Washington, D.C. and elsewhere consider religion an important part of their lives. They may choose to pray multiple times a day, wear religious attire and conduct themselves in ways that coincide with their beliefs. However, not everyone is...
When does bad behavior create a hostile work environment?
When you started your new job, you most likely had high hopes and aspirations for the future. Things may have gone well for a while, but then you began to feel uncomfortable at work due to a supervisor or coworker’s behavior. Bullying in the workplace has gained a lot...
3 things every worker should know about FMLA
Every worker should know about the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA.) This act provides up to 12 weeks a year of unpaid leave, allowing employees to take time off to take care of themselves or a family member and feel confident knowing that they will return...
Reasonable accommodation: what does it look like?
Most employees have heard the buzzword "reasonable accommodation." The Americans With Disabilities Act requires that employers agree to adjustments to allow disabled employees to do their job. However, it can be difficult to know what this looks like day-to-day, and...
New law to protect employees affected by the Coronavirus shutdown
On March 18, 2020, Congress enacted a supplemental appropriations bill, H.R. 6201, as a first step in addressing the economic and workforce issues caused by the coronavirus. This legislation has several significant provisions that directly relate to employment law,...