When Do I Have To Report Sexual Harassment?
The news for the last few months has been full of sexual harassment allegations from decades ago. High-powered men from Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein to long-time congressman John Conyers have faced allegations that they sexually harassed women in their employ years before. But could those allegations still result in civil rights lawsuits? Or is it […]
Can I Be Fired for Getting Pregnant?
Learning that you are expecting a child should generally be a happy experience. Unfortunately, many employees face fear instead of excitement when they learn they are having a child. They may be worried that they could be fired for getting pregnant. In this blog post I will review the recent settlement in EEOC v. Dash Dream […]
What is Workplace Bullying?
Workplace bullying is a growing problem. It disrupts productivity and makes employees miserable at work. But it isn’t always clear what counts as workplace bullying. Employees may not realize they are a victim or know what they can do to stop the abuse. In this blog post, I will describe workplace bullying and give you […]
Concerned About Workplace Harassment: 5 Questions to Ask
Going to work is increasingly stressful. Someone at your job, or maybe several people, are harassing you and making it hard to focus on your work. If you are concerned about workplace harassment, here are 5 questions to ask to determine if you have a claim for sexual harassment. In this blog post I will […]
Privacy in Reporting Sexual Harassment
It can be intimidating to face sexual harassment at work. But for many, reporting that discrimination can be just as stressful. Find out why privacy in reporting sexual harassment is so important, and how you can protect your confidentiality and your dignity at the same time. In this blog, I will discuss why privacy is […]
Can Private Schools Discriminate Based on Gender?
Many parents consider public, private, and charter school options available to their students. But could choosing a private school cut a child off from civil rights protections Can private schools discriminate based on gender? In this blog post, I will review the Title IX prohibition on gender discrimination and sexual harassment in education. I will […]
The #MeToo Movement Hits the Judiciary: California Federal Court Judge Alex Kozinski Steps Down
The #MeToo movement seems to have swept into every industry and sector, from Hollywood to Washington. Sexual harassment allegations have hit the judiciary as well, shining light on problems within the courts themselves. Now that California Federal Circuit Court Judge Alex Kozinski has stepped down, people within the American Bar Association are calling for change […]
Sexual Harassment and Abuse at Michigan State University Raise Title IX Concerns
Larry Nassar, was once a renowned sports doctor for both Michigan State University and the U.S. Olympic Gymnastics team. But reports of sexual harassment and abuse from gymnasts he worked with ended his career. Now MSU is dealing with the public and legal consequences of inaction. In this blog post I will review the criminal […]
Wage Discrimination at BBC Goes Public
How do you measure wage discrimination in field where talent affects each individual’s pay? For the last 6 months, the British Broadcasting Company (BBC) has been wrestling with this issue in light of claims of wage discrimination at BBC. With Carrie Gracie’s resignation from the China editor position, the struggle went public, even reaching news […]
U.S. Supreme Court Considers LGBT Discrimination by Wedding Cake Baker
On December 5, 2017, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case that pits protections granted to a same-sex couple in a state Civil Rights Act against claims of Free Speech and Freedom of Religion by a Christian baker. The outcome is far from certain, but the effect on state and federal discrimination […]
