New York City Council Passes Stop Sexual Harassment in NYC Act
The size and diversity of New York City puts employees of all different types, and genders, in close contact. Sometimes, that can result in sexual harassment. In response to the #MeToo and Stand Up movements sweeping the nation, the New York City Council has decided to take the lead, passing the “Stop Sexual Harassment in […]
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 […]
