The COVID-19 pandemic continues to rage in the U.S. Despite this, the country continues to reopen even though there is a quickly increasing number of infections and deaths. Many people in the U.S. also continue to resist the calls to wear masks and to practice social distancing. Because of the current environment, some employers are
Rates of depression have increased since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. Even before COVID-19, however, mental health issues were an increasing concern in the workplace. Employees may struggle when they need to treat depression. Some people might hesitate before they seek the help that they need. They might also be worried about logistical scheduling
In some workplaces in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, management might clearly favor specific employees over others. This can make the workplace difficult for other employees. Favoritism occurs when managers give benefits to employees based on who they like instead of their performance. Working for a company that allows favoritism can be frustrating for workers. Favoritism
Millions of women in the U.S. experience discrimination based on pregnancy each year. Pregnancy is not a covered disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act. However, workplace discrimination based on a worker’s pregnancy status is unlawful under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act. This law prohibits employers from making employment decisions based on a worker’s pregnancy. Employers
Job applicants in Pennsylvania and New Jersey enjoy certain rights before they are hired. Employers are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination based on an applicant’s protected characteristics during the hiring process. Local and state laws may provide additional protection to job applicants. Employers are required to abide by state and federal anti-discrimination laws throughout
Workers in New Jersey and Pennsylvania have the right to work in environments that are free from religious discrimination. Employers must provide reasonable accommodations to workers for their religious beliefs when the requested accommodations do not place an undue hardship on the business’s operations. However, workers might wonder what they have to do to prove
If you lose your job in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, you may be eligible for unemployment benefits if your job loss was not your fault. Unemployment benefits can provide a financial safety net when you are not terminated for cause and are looking for a new job. For example, if you lose your job because
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was passed in reaction to the civil rights movements during the 1960s. This law addressed the problem of discrimination in education, public accommodations, housing, and employment. Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 apply to different institutions and offer different protections to people. The attorneys
People who are members of one of the protected classes are protected against workplace discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VII prohibits employers from discriminating against workers based on their protected statuses in all aspects of the employment relationship. Some of the areas of employment in which violations can
Religious freedom is considered to be a fundamental right that is protected by the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. The U.S. was formed by early settlers who were fleeing religious persecution. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 makes it illegal for private employers, state governments, local governments, and educational institutions to