Sexual harassment is an issue that plagues workplaces across the country, despite nationwide efforts to put an end to this ongoing problem. While physical sexual harassment has come under great scrutiny lately, this is not the only form of sexual harassment at work....
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Federal law prohibits religious discrimination in the workplace
People of many religions call Indianapolis home and are active members of their religious communities. Sometimes their faith requires them to dress or groom a certain way, pray at certain times or attend religious services on certain days. Sometimes, though, your...
Wrongful termination and health challenges
Your health may change over the course of your career. A degenerative condition or injuries from an accident may leave you unable to perform some of your job duties. However, it may not be legal for your employer to fire you because of your health. As you experience...
Disability discrimination and undue hardship
If you are a disabled worker, it is essential to understand your rights and take action if you experience unlawful discrimination. Sometimes, disabled workers do not recognize violations of their legal rights because they are not familiar with relevant laws, while...
Employers may request a doctor’s note
The Family and Medical Leave Act allows employees to take an unpaid leave of absence for up to 12 weeks. The U.S. Department of Labor notes that when employees submit a certified health care record, employers cannot request information from their doctors. Employees...
Are any interview questions illegal?
Gearing up for an interview can fill a prospective employee with nerves. This is the perfect time to get to know a potential employer's work values and styles, and for all participants to see whether or not they will make a good fit for one another. But in the process...
What can I do if my employer refuses to pay me?
Indianapolis is full of people just like you who put in a hard day’s work to get the job done and earn an income to support their families. Sadly, some employers are more concerned about their bottom line rather than the good of their employees or thy may even want to...
What is non-physical sexual harassment?
As an employee in the modern workforce, it is important to note the difficulties that still plague workers every day. This includes sexual harassment, which continues to sweep the nation as a large-scale issue. In addition to the possibility of assault, victims also...
Can you prove wrongful termination?
Getting the unexpected news that you no longer have a job can disrupt your confidence and your future goals. Feeling like your termination comes as spite may only sour your emotions. By law, if your employer terminates you with wrongful intentions, you have the right...
How does forced arbitration affect wage theft?
Annual wage theft represents the greatest source of theft compared to all other sources. History-defining bank heists and cybercrime do not come close to how much employers shave off the value of your labor. This happens through taking a percentage of tips, unpaid...