Inappropriate behavior in the workplace may be considered sexual harassment. According to the Department of Labor & Industrial Relations of Missouri, sexual harassment is any unwelcome sexual advances like touching and requests for sexual favors (quid pro quo)....
Year: 2022
The various forms of religious discrimination
Kansas city, Missouri, is a diverse place, with people of all backgrounds living and working there. Fortunately, the majority of companies thrive with a diverse workforce and realize the benefits of having people from all walks of life on board. Sadly, this isn’t...
3 signs of nursing home neglect you can’t afford to ignore
For many families, deciding to put their loved one in a nursing home is a big and emotional decision. If this applies to your situation, you likely investigated several facilities before choosing one. The goal is always to ensure your loved one receives the best care...
How to prevent financial abuse of elders in nursing homes
Nursing home maltreatment comes in many forms, like violence and neglect. That said, abuse doesn’t have to be physical to damage someone, i.e., financial abuse. According to NAPSA (National Adult Protective Services Association), only one out of 44 financial abuse...
Can your employer fill your job while you’re on maternity leave?
When you’re on maternity leave, your only concern should be looking after yourself and spending time with your new baby. So, what happens if, while you’re off, your employer tells you that they’re looking to find someone else to fill your role or that it no longer...
Why Can’t All Service Industry Workers Identify Sexual Harassment?
Service industry jobs can be very difficult. Those working in retail establishments, at nail salons and at restaurants often receive different compensation from day to day based both on their job performance and the mood or personality of the customers that they see....
The Missouri Human Rights Act: What to know
The Missouri Human Rights Act sets very specific guidelines for employment discrimination in the state. It includes a host of points that employees and employers should know about so all forms can be avoided. Employers have a duty to ensure that the workplace is free...
Does your office have a sexual harassment issue?
As an employer, you want your office to be a safe environment. That’s why you’re careful to establish policies on workplace relationships and cultivate a caring environment. Still, you want your employees to be themselves and bring their unique personalities to the...
Sexual Harassment Becomes More Difficult To Identify When It Is Constant
Workers tend to know that sexual harassment in the workplace is prohibited. But this doesn't always mean that they know when it's occurring. An interesting study found that their perception of what is taking place is largely shaped by the consistent atmosphere in...
Gender discrimination at work: What are the warning signs?
Both Missouri and federal laws prohibit employers from subjecting employees to discrimination at work because of their protected characteristics. If your employer discriminates against you based on your race, gender, age, sexual orientation or nationality of origin,...