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When you are discriminated against in the workplace, especially by a manager, it can be a very confusing situation to navigate. You may worry that you are overreacting in regard to the treatment. However, something inside of you tells you that the actions were not...

The way that you are classified as a worker can be very important to the wages you earn. This is because different types of workers have differing wage rights. One example of this are the disparities between wages earned by employees versus wages earned by independent...

As the workforce in America continues to evolve, older employees regularly find themselves at a significant disadvantage the workplace. No matter how dedicated and involved a person is in developing business practices and technology, it is always difficult to remain...

It's a problem that's all too common for those who work in retail or restaurant environments. Your manager approaches you, tells you to clock out and then directs you to return to work. Perhaps you're asked to do prep work for the next day, cleaning or inventory work....

Being pregnant is something that some women look forward to. The thought of starting a family or expanding their family makes them very excited. The joy might turn to trepidation when she realizes that her pregnancy isn't really welcome news.There are some instances...

You’re a person who believes that if you see something, you should say something. That’s likely what led you to blow the whistle on your employer for an unlawful workplace policy or unfair treatment of employees – even if you weren’t...

With the recent headlines about sexual harassment and discrimination in Hollywood and other high-profile arenas, you may be becoming more aware of what is and is not acceptable in your own workplace. Since many of the current claims that are making headlines contain...

Question: I have worked at the same company as a bartender for the last five years. I worked my way up so that I was getting the shifts that had the best tips (weekend evenings and closing shifts, generally.) I am now five months pregnant and I am starting to show. My...

You’re excitedly anticipating the newest member of your family, but your company may not feel the same way. A pregnant employee may decrease output, and your employer knows that parental leave will deprive them of your knowledge and work potential.Unfortunately,...

Two former Amazon workers are accusing the company of violating wage laws. They allege that the company failed to pay overtime, meal time and other requirements under state labor law.The plaintiffs worked at Amazon distribution centers in Patterson and San Bernardino....