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Jan. 4, 2023
There are laws in the United States to protect workers from discrimination. However, many companies still discriminate against workers for their race, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, etc.
Read MoreDec. 21, 2022
The Illinois Public Labor Relations Act protects union organizers and unions under Illinois employment laws. As such, you have the right to form, join or aid a union as an organizer or an employee without fearing you will lose your job.
Read MoreDec. 7, 2022
In Illinois, it is illegal for employers to discriminate against employees or job candidates who are expecting a baby, just gave birth, or suffer from medical conditions because of pregnancy or childbirth. Contact Chicago employment law attorneys immediately if your boss has violated any Illinois pregnancy laws we will discuss.
Read MoreNov. 30, 2022
The Civil Service Reform Act (CSRA) was introduced in 1978 to protect federal employees and managers and provide flexibility to improve government operations and productivity. The law also protects these employees from unwarranted and unfair practices.
Read MoreNov. 16, 2022
Political expressions like campaign materials and provocative/unprofessional clothing can cause discomfort in the workplace. Extreme political views can create a hostile work environment and uncomfortable dynamics.
Read MoreOct. 28, 2022
A toxic work environment can harm your mental health and overall well-being. If you are constantly anxious at work and cannot wait to clock out, you may be a victim of workplace harassment. The mistreatment may be subtle, but the effects 'don't lie.
Read MoreOct. 14, 2022
Pregnancy is considered a civil right in the state of Illinois. This means employers cannot discriminate against workers who are expecting children, gave birth recently, or have a medical condition from giving birth or because of their pregnancy.
Read MoreSept. 28, 2022
As per the ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill in Florida, rainbows are no longer welcome in the sunshine state. With gender discrimination threatening the mental health and future of the LGBTQ community, the new bill is another blow to a movement that was years in the making.
Read MoreSept. 14, 2022
Certain positions seem ideal for a specific gender, but as the LGBTQ community gains traction, role reversals have become common, and sex discrimination is frowned upon. However, when people still think of a nanny or babysitter, a female one is the first image that comes to mind. But if a man applies to be a babysitter, can their employers deny them those jobs legally?
Read MoreAug. 17, 2022
If your employer fired you because you made a complaint about them or reported them to the authorities for a wrongdoing, you could sue them for retaliatory discharge (aka wrongful termination). The wrongdoing can range from sexual harassment in the workplace to religious discrimination complaints per the Illinois Fair Housing Act (FEHA).
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