Sexual Harassment Red Flags

Many acts of sexual harassment take place in work environments, and the abuse can be subtle or obvious. It can start with comments about the victim’s appearance to consistent and unwelcome remarks. This, along with physical contact, such as inappropriate touching or hugging and kissing, constitutes as sexual harassment. Office parties can breed these types […]

http://www.discrimlaw.net/2019/04/29/sexual-harassment-red-flags/

Tax Breaks for Sexual Harassment Victims

Many cases of sexual harassment go unreported. However, when those who suffered come forward to bring their harassers to justice, many victims worry that if they succeed in obtaining a sexual harassment settlement, they might have to forfeit a significant amount of money in taxes. Those worries stemmed from tax law reforms passed at the […]

http://www.discrimlaw.net/2019/04/26/tax-breaks-sexual-harassment-victims/

Whistleblower Complaints are Rising

The number of whistleblower complaints reported by employees to federal agencies has spiked in the past five years, yet, the number of investigators on staff has declined. Whistleblower complaints have risen 29 percent since 2014, but the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that the agency is currently operating with 24 percent fewer staff […]

http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2019/04/24/whistleblower-complaints-rising/

Patient-Physician Relationships

The most important component of a patient-physician relationship is trust. When present, it can enhance treatment and improve outcomes. Without it, both parties can end up with less than optimal results. It can be difficult for many patients to be completely open with their doctors, since they might be uncomfortable sharing certain information. If a […]

http://www.healthcarelawfirm.net/2019/04/23/patient-physician-relationships/

Employers May Use Pregnancy-Tracking Apps to Monitor Employees

Many women may use pregnancy-tracking apps to chart their stages of pregnancy through their child’s infancy. Unfortunately, some employers who offer access or use of the app may pay to monitor their pregnant employees and gain aggregated data from what their employees input ranging from general information about their health to intimate details about their […]

http://www.discrimlaw.net/2019/04/22/pregnancy-tracking-apps-monitor-employees/

Protection Under Federal Sex Discrimination Laws to be Decided

On Monday, the Supreme Court will decide if federal gender discrimination laws protect the gender identity and sexual orientation of individuals. Under Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, employers cannot discriminate against the sex of the worker. Some states, however, do offer protection to transgender and homosexual workers. In regard to the federal […]

http://www.discrimlaw.net/2019/04/22/federal-sex-discrimination-laws/

Fast Food Giants End No-Poach Agreements

No-poach agreements take advantage of low-wage employees and staunch their advancement opportunities within a company. However, fast food chain giants, such as Arby’s, Little Caesar’s, Five Guys, and Dunkin’ Donuts have recently signed an agreement to end the common practice in franchises throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. No-poach agreements prohibit franchise owners from hiring an […]

http://www.discrimlaw.net/2019/04/22/fast-food-giants-end-no-poach-agreements/