Advocates for NJ and PA
Workers & Their Families
Workplace discrimination comes in many forms. If you suspect you're a victim of this behavior, it's important to learn more about your legal rights. The steps you take upfront will have a major impact on what happens in the future.Since you may not be familiar with...
When two people do the same job and the same work, they are supposed to be paid the same amount for that work. An employer cannot discriminate due to their age, gender, race or some other such factor.So how do you decide if the job is actually the same or not? Many...
Workplace discrimination comes in many forms. Knowing what discrimination looks like will go a long way in helping you protect yourself. You can't protect your rights unless you know what they are.Here are some of the most common forms of workplace discrimination:...
Searching for a job can be difficult for anyone, but some studies have found that it is very tough for one key demographic: African-American women. They face hurdles to employment at an incredible rate.For instance, despite the fact that these women have been getting...
The United States is supposed to be a melting pot for people of all different races, ethnicities, religions and cultures. It is a place where everyone needs to get an equal opportunity. Unfortunately, many people feel they have been denied that opportunity in the...
Discrimination can come from many sources at work. It could be a boss denying you a promotion based on your gender. It could be co-workers discriminating against you based on your race. No matter what it looks like, it is both frustrating and illegal.So, what should...
In workplaces in America, it is not legal to discriminate against an employee because of pregnancy. Unfortunately for many expectant mothers, numerous employers still do not properly treat their pregnant employees. It may require legal action against them to remedy...
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), an employee who has a disability may compel an employer to provide certain accommodations for him or her, as long as the accommodations are "reasonable," which is not always easy to define for either the employee or the...
New Jersey Governor Philip D. Murphy made legalization of marijuana a core component of his platform during his election campaign, and he is already taking steps to expand residents' access to the drug through legitimate medical dispensaries. However, the process of...
New Jersey lawmakers are considering new legislation that would place broad protections around employees, keeping them from unfairly waving their rights against discrimination in the workplace. Under the proposed bill, employment contracts would face legal challenges...
