Employment Law

Many people will experience discrimination or harassment at some point in their lives. While it can come from all quarters, it is unsurprising that many experience it in the workplace at the hands of colleagues or managers. After all, these are people you likely see...

Harassment is abusive behavior that targets a worker for a protected characteristic. Harassment can involve the creation of a hostile work environment. Workers should not have to compromise their safety or mental health just to keep their jobs. Workers who can...

It used to be that when someone applied for a job, potential employers could only find out basic work history and get previous employers’ feedback. Depending on the job, employers are allowed to obtain some information via a background check.  Job applicants (and...

Most employees are aware that sexual harassment on the job is illegal and unacceptable. They probably had to complete training about harassment after accepting the new job. However, many professionals struggle to define sexual harassment. Some people think that any...

Sexual harassment can damage a professional’s career, impact their mental health and even isolate them from their colleagues. It can take workers years to overcome the negative impact that harassment at work has on their prospects. Some allegations of sexual...

Navigating the job market is a stressful experience. You update your resume, polish your cover letter and prepare for interviews. After you have a promising conversation with a potential new employer, you provide your references and cross your fingers. Then you hear...

It’s often said, “A man’s word is his bond,” which is another way of saying that if a person is honest and has integrity, their promise is as good as a legally binding contract. The court of law is likely to disagree. That’s why it’s crucial to have a comprehensive,...

A hostile work environment can cause severe emotional and psychological distress. When your workplace is characterized by unwelcome conduct, harassment, or discrimination, it can have lasting effects on your mental well-being. Psychological impact of a hostile work...

A hostile work environment happens when harassment or discrimination makes a workplace uncomfortable or unsafe. People who witness this behavior, called bystanders, can make a big difference. What they do—or don’t do—can impact legal cases, employer responsibility,...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly present in workplaces, including those with hostile environments. While AI can improve efficiency, it may also exacerbate existing issues. Employees should be aware of how AI might affect their rights and take steps to...