If you start working for a new employer, one of the things you might discuss is the dress code. What should you wear on the job? Is there a uniform that you need to wear? There are advantages to having uniforms. They stand out, look professional and make it easier to...
Month: April 2021
What is age discrimination in the workplace?
Under the 1967 Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), age discrimination is illegal in the workplace. However, it still occurs frequently. One of the problems with age discrimination is that people are not how it’s defined. Another problem is that proving your...
What rights do pregnant workers have?
The Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) of 1978 aims to ensure giving birth does not need to hurt a woman’s career. Yet, it has not stopped pregnancy discrimination from occurring. According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), 50,000 women filed...
As nursing homes open, look for abuse signs such as bedsores
With COVID-19 outbreaks dropping by close to 90% in nursing homes since winter, more and more of these facilities have gradually opened for in-person visits but with many safety measures in place. Your father is a nursing home resident, and you know that the isolation...