Employment Law

Discrimination in the workplace can take many forms. Some are instantly obvious, while others are not. One type of unlawful mistreatment that often flies under the radar is genetic discrimination. Under the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) of 2008, it...

Many actions that create a hostile work environment or lead to allegations of harassment on the job are fairly overt. If someone makes direct and derogatory comments about you based on something like your race or your sexual identity, it’s clear that they’re violating...

It's not uncommon for coworkers to avoid discussing wages. Unfortunately, this has contributed to some people unknowingly spending years in a workplace where they are paid less than their colleagues.  You may have heard of employees losing their jobs for discussing...

Job loss can quickly lead to personal hardship. It can prove quite challenging to find a new job that offers competitive pay with little advance notice. Most people prefer to have new employment lined up before they leave their current positions. An unexpected...

Many workplaces provide plenty of opportunities for after-work socialization among employees. It may even be strongly encouraged. If the boss offers to take everyone out for drinks after a particularly stressful week, employees often feel compelled to participate. As...

Workplace harassment can significantly impact employees' well-being and productivity. In Missouri, as in many other states, workplace harassment is illegal under both state and federal laws.  Understanding the common types of harassment can help employees recognize...

When a coworker makes sexual comments in the workplace, it could be a form of discrimination or harassment. For instance, it may create a hostile work environment if employees feel like they are always being belittled or attacked due to their gender, sexual...

Employers are not allowed to discriminate against their employees based on the employees’ protected characteristics such as race, gender, age, religion or disability. That does not mean they don’t. Some are direct about it - for instance, they discard any applications...

When people face sexual harassment at their workplace, many people will tolerate the abuse believing that it will stop once they go home. However, technology can make it easier for harassers to reach their victims. Whether you work in an office or you work online, you...

If you speak a language other than English – either primarily or secondarily – you might wonder if your employer can make you speak only English while you’re at work.  Under federal law, specifically Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, employers cannot...