Sexual and racial discrimination can occur in any workplace. Victims are belittled, bullied, mocked, stalked and, sometimes, attacked. No matter where you work, there are mean people and predators ready to make you their next victim. Offices, sometimes, harbor...
Though it seems like great strides have been made toward more inclusive work environments, sexual harassment remains an ongoing problem. Sexual harassment can take a number of different forms. The offensive behavior may come from a coworker, a supervisor, or even a...
Everyone has bad days at work. During those times, it can feel as though everyone is out to get you. However, there are times when one or more people at work actually may be out to get you. You may be one of many people here in Oregon and across the country who made a...
Though most people in Oregon and across the country need a job to meet their financial needs, it is not easy to find employment. Even if you have the education and experience necessary to qualify for a position, you could still easily not get the job. In some cases,...
Having a job is important to you. You, like many other Oregon workers, likely need your job to generate the income you use to purchase your necessities and keep up with your lifestyle. Because your job is so important to you, you may have let certain questionable...
When you landed your job, you may have intended it to be the one that started you on your life-long career path. You may have had visions of getting promotions, having a bigger office, being the boss' right-hand employee and eventually reaching all the goals you had...
Not everyone can meet the qualifications for every job, so if you have the skills, education and experience to do the work, you should feel proud. Often these qualities come through hard work, dedication and paying your dues. This is why it can be frustrating when...
Women are often subject to various types of discriminatory treatment in the workplace, and often, it is because of issues related to pregnancy. Your pregnancy or potential future pregnancy does not preclude you from working, excelling at your job and getting paid what...
You need your job. Your family depends on your income, and you have plans for your future that require funding. Nevertheless, you may be like many in Oregon and elsewhere whose job is not what you expected it would be. Perhaps the work itself is rewarding, but the...
Every person has the right to a workplace that is free from harassing behaviors, mistreatment and discrimination. Unfortunately, some employers and co-workers do not always acknowledge these rights. If you are experiencing mistreatment, unfair treatment, harassing...
