The year 2016 was eventful. The first two months saw a toxic water crisis in Flint, Michigan, and the sudden death of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia. The year ended with a forever memorable, if not shocking, US Presidential election outcome. While not nearly as...
Month: October 2023
3 things transgender employees need to know
Whether you just recently transitioned or not, workplaces can be difficult for transgender employees. Embracing your authentic self can be tough if the environment isn’t supportive. Fortunately, you do have some protections under the law. Here are three things every...
How does quid pro quo harassment work?
Quid pro quo is a term that doesn’t always relate to sexual harassment. But in terms of employment issues, it’s a term that is used very often in this context. It refers to a specific type of sexual harassment that someone may experience, especially when there is a...
Is lupus a disability for work-related purposes?
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects millions of people worldwide. Patients may suffer symptoms as varied as severe joint pain, chronic fatigue, headaches, organ damage and skin rashes. Yet, sufferers may not experience symptoms all the time. Their...