Workplace Discrimination

If you’re considering filing a discrimination lawsuit against your employer, you’re probably wondering what you could actually recover. It’s a fair question. You’ve already been through so much, and you want to know if it’s even worth the effort. First, it helps to...

When you have a disability, you may request reasonable accommodations to help you perform your job. Can an employer refuse these requests? Below are some key points to remember. What are reasonable accommodations? Reasonable accommodations are changes or adjustments...

Sex discrimination can have a serious impact on workplace opportunities, especially when it comes to promotions. It can hold people back based on their sex or gender, rather than their skills, performance or experience. Here are some key points to consider.  How sex...

Workplace discrimination can take many forms. It can be a supervisor who treats you with less respect because of your identity, co-workers who cross the line with offensive remarks or even being constantly overlooked when promotion opportunities arise despite being...

There’s nothing illegal about an employer instituting a dress code. As an employee, you may be told to wear a certain type of attire, such as business casual. You could also be required to wear a specific uniform to identify you as a staff member. However, dress codes...

Remote work has transformed the modern workplace, offering flexibility and new opportunities for many employees. However, poorly designed remote work policies can unintentionally affect gender equality, particularly for women balancing professional and personal...

Religious discrimination can create a hostile environment and hinder an employee's ability to thrive. Federal and state laws protect workers from discrimination based on their religious beliefs. Employees who experience religious discrimination should understand their...

On the whole, diversity has been shown to be a positive for the workplace. It brings higher rates of productivity and innovation. Nonetheless, many companies still fail to take advantage of these benefits. Some barriers to creating a diverse workforce are...

Workplace discrimination can often be hard to spot, especially when it comes in subtle forms. These behaviors may seem harmless on the surface, but they can create a hostile work environment over time.  Recognizing these red flags is important for ensuring your...

Gender-based pay discrimination remains a significant issue for female professionals in Indiana. Despite progress in gender equality, many accomplished women still face challenges in achieving equal pay.  In the current legal landscape, these women encounter a number...