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...
Employment Law
Employment Law
Know your rights as an employee in Oregon
If you are an employee in Oregon, you will likely find comfort in knowing that there are state and federal laws in place that serve to protect your rights as a worker. The Department of Labor and such agencies as the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission govern...
Was discrimination the reason your boss did not promote you?
Like most workers in Oregon and beyond, you understand that there's basically no such thing as a perfect workplace. You've worked for several different employers throughout your career and can probably list pros and cons about each experience. Since you've been...
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...
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...
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...
Bill passed to protect workers from wage theft
Last year, a bill was being discussed that would discourage employers from illegal wage practices in a few ways, such as making it easier for employees to access information about their pay and hours. Many Oregon workers deal with wage theft every year and this makes...
Am I protected if I blow the whistle on my employer?
Whistleblowing, or reporting incorrect behavior about a company/organization, is risky business. One of the main concerns people have when deciding if they should speak is the fear that the employer will retaliate by demoting, harassing or firing them. Oregon protects...
How can I tell if I am receiving equal pay as a woman?
On behalf of Loren Collins P.C. posted in Employment Law on Tuesday, October 4, 2016. Pay discrimination has a long history in the United States. Although there are laws that should guide businesses and employers away from paying women less than men for doing the same...