What is the Difference Between Retaliation and Unfair Treatment?

It can be confusing, but when being treated unfairly at work, it could actually be considered retaliation. Either way, you could have some sort of claim on your hands. Before moving forward with any legal action, speak with an attorney and learn the difference between retaliation and unfair treatment.  Did you know that retaliation in […]

Steps to Take If You Work in a Hostile Environment

Working in a hostile environment can be harmful and can really impact your job performance as well as your health. If you feel you are working in a hostile environment, it is vital to be aware of what you can do to improve the situation. What is Considered a Hostile Work Environment? The definition of […]

How to Know if You Are Dealing with Workplace Discrimination

Workplace discrimination is unfortunately not uncommon. From age discrimination, to gender discrimination, to religious discrimination, all different forms of discrimination can be present in the workplace. So, how do you know you are a victim of workplace discrimination? Age Discrimination Age discrimination is one of the most common forms of discrimination in the workplace. The […]

The Different Forms of Harassment in the Workplace

Unfortunately, harassment in the workplace is not an uncommon situation. While companies are taking steps to improve the situation, there is still a chance that you have been or could be a victim of some sort of harassment. While there are varying types and levels of harassment, many victims have similar reactions and stories. Any […]

What Falls Under Wrongful Termination

Most employment is “at-will,” meaning the employer can fire their employee at any time. But there are some exceptions that can make a firing illegal, as well as other exceptions to at-will rule, that could potentially help you keep your job or even sue for wrongful termination. So what can be considered as wrongful termination? […]

Have I Been a Victim of Employer Discrimination?

Employer discrimination is characterized as prejudice of an existing or potential employee based on certain characteristics, most commonly including: Race Sex Pregnancy Religion Political views Nationality Disability Age Financial status Although the principle of these laws might seem fairly straight forward, it’s often difficult to tell whether you have been a victim of employer discrimination […]

ASU Graduate Sues FAA For Alleged Discrimination

An air-traffic management graduate from ASU is suing the FAA for alleged discrimination that he says prevented him from being hired. The graduate, Brigida, says the FAA’s new mission to add diversity to the staff prevented him from getting the job that he would have been given in other instances. According to the FAA-partnered Collegiate […]

Deaf Arizona Starbucks Employee Sues for Discrimination

A Starbucks employee in Surprise was fired in 2014 after 7 years of employment. She claims that she was fired because she is deaf, and because she repeatedly asked for an interpreter at company meetings and training sessions. The woman has filed a lawsuit against Starbucks in the U.S. District Court in Phoenix under provisions […]