Federal laws prohibit discrimination in the workplace based on a person’s gender. Unfortunately, this does not prevent it from happening. Gender discrimination can jeopardize your career, your finan[...]
You depend on your job to provide for yourself and your family. It is typically where you spend the greatest amount of your time. When your employer, manager, or co-workers engage in discriminatory an[...]
Illinois workers have the right to a harassment-free workplace. Being able to recognize illegal harassment is an essential step toward protecting your rights in this area. Before you take legal action[...]
There is a general principle that people have at least an ethical duty to prevent harm to others if possible. This general principle applies to sexual harassment law. Typically, employers are responsi[...]
Far too many Chicagoans wonder whether their boss might be responsible for a third party sexual assault. Sometimes, an innocent workplace flirtation gets out of control. Other times, a complete strang[...]
The 1964 Civil Rights Act outlawed sex discrimination in employment. That includes discrimination during the hiring process. Yet over 50 years later, sex discrimination, in various forms, is still fai[...]