Introduction: When Does a Microaggression Become More Than Just a Comment? Imagine this: You’re in a meeting, confidently sharing your ideas, when a colleague chuckles and says, “Wow, you’re really articulate for someone like you.” You pause, unsure how to respond. It wasn’t an outright insult, but it felt off—uncomfortable, dismissive, and subtly undermining.
Workplace discrimination is a pervasive issue that affects employees in all industries. In New Jersey, laws like the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD) provide robust protections, but recognizing the signs of discrimination is the first step to fighting back. If you’ve experienced unfair treatment at work, understanding your rights is crucial. Swartz Swidler, a
Age discrimination remains a significant barrier for older workers in New Jersey, affecting their financial stability, career prospects, and overall well-being. Whether it’s being passed over for a promotion, targeted for layoffs, or excluded from learning opportunities, age discrimination can have profound consequences. The good news? Older workers are fighting back, using the protections offered
In today’s workplace, understanding the difference between sexual harassment and sexual assault is crucial for both employees and employers. While both are serious offenses, they have distinct definitions, legal implications, and consequences. Being aware of these distinctions can help individuals recognize their rights and take appropriate action when faced with such issues. Swartz Swidler is
Workplace harassment can take various forms, but one of the most damaging is quid pro quo harassment. In Latin, “quid pro quo” means “this for that,” signifying an exchange where one party demands something in return for a favor or benefit. In the context of employment, it often involves someone in a position of power,
While the environment at your workplace might be toxic, that does not necessarily mean that it is a hostile work environment entitling you to pursue compensation from your employer. Instead, a hostile work environment is a specific legal term that describes when discriminatory actions taken against certain employees based on their protected characteristics are severe
Workplace intimidation can make workplaces very toxic to employees. When employers or coworkers bully others or subject them to coercive actions, the victims may be left feeling that they have no other choice than to resign. Workplace intimidation or bullying is problematic for businesses in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. When bullying at work is pervasive,
Federal equal pay laws prohibit wage discrimination between men and women. Employees who have the same job duties should get the same amount of pay; however, that is not always the case for many workers. In this article, we’ll explain what you need to know about discrimination and benefits for men and women. When most
If you have a claim for employment discrimination, you might wonder how long your case will take. Employment discrimination cases can be complex, and how long your claim might take will depend on multiple factors. The length of your case will depend on the experience and skill of your attorney, the particular details of your
Pennsylvania and New Jersey workers and applicants are protected against age discrimination under federal law if they are ages 40 or older. In New Jersey, workers are also protected against age discrimination under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination regardless of their ages other than some exceptions for workers who are younger than 18 or