No one should feel denied the right to work based on superficial factors such as race and skin color. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits employers from doing just that. Sounds good, right? Well, this may be one of the most misunderstood parts of Title...
Year: 2017
Year: 2017
Harassed in the workplace? You do not have to suffer in silence.
When an Oregon employee faces harassment in the workplace, he or she may feel embarrassed or confused about that happened. Often, victims of mistreatment fail to reach out for help and support because they fear retaliation from their employer or are unsure if what...
Caregivers not given much respect in the workplace
You may prefer not to talk about your home life while you're at work, especially if that life includes caring for an elderly parent or a disabled child. What you may not know is that there are likely others in your workplace who are going through the same thing,...
Could business cliches lead to religious discrimination?
As a religious individual, your beliefs may play a significant role in various areas of your life. From the way you dress to the manner in which you conduct yourself in different settings, your religious teachings likely guide you daily. Though you may take comfort in...
Your pregnancy should not give birth to workplace discrimination
Pregnancy is an exciting time, but many women find that, unfortunately, their current condition can lead to certain types of problems at work. While there are both federal and Oregon state laws in place to prevent discrimination, it still happens. If you believe that...
Ways your discharge could be wrongful termination
You went to work every day, got there on time and diligently performed your job duties. Your performance evaluations were never below average, and your supervisors never seemed to complain about your performance. So, why did your employer terminate you? You may share...
Has harassment created a hostile work environment?
Anyone can feel uncomfortable due to the actions of another person. While much of the time you may have the ability to avoid the undesirable person, or their actions do not hold such hostility that you feel the need to report them, you could find yourself in a...
Pregnancy, discrimination and your rights as an Oregon employee
Pregnancy is an exciting time for many Oregon families, and if you are expecting, this is a joyous time in your life as you prepare for your family to grow. However, your employer may not view your current condition in the same light, and your work environment may...
Can I be fired for smoking marijuana recreationally?
Oregon is one of eight states in our country in which marijuana is legal for recreational use. While marijuana is legal in our state, it is still illegal at the federal level. These contradictory laws have created a new set of legal battles for organizations and...
What to know about age discrimination
Age discrimination is when you are treated differently, unfairly, or less favorably because of your age. Age discrimination is common among workplaces as many employees, job seekers, and even trainees are treated differently because of their age. In most cases, it's...