Pay Transparency
Pay Transparency Despite the many advances in equity, pay inequity for women and people of color still exists, resulting in a significant pay gap among people holding down similar jobs. This means women and minority groups often receive lower pay than their white male counterparts for performing identical work. The move to remedy pay equity […]
Pesticides
Pesticides According to the United States Department of Interior, about 1 billion pounds of pesticides are used yearly. Pesticide use can be harmful to worker safety and health. There are ranging adverse health effects that workers and employers should keep in mind when handling these chemicals. This page includes information and resources on pesticide safety […]
Noncitizen and other Immigrant Employment
Noncitizen and other Immigrant Employment This page pertains to immigration and employment. They provide information for both employers and employees about federal laws, work authorization, eligibility to work in the United States, discrimination concerns, and more. Noncitizen workers covered here include permanent immigrant workers, temporary nonimmigrant workers, student workers, and undocumented immigrants. More information, such […]
Workplace Health and Safety Protections
Workplace Health and Safety Protections NOTE: If you are in immediate danger, inform your supervisor as soon as possible and/or call OSHA at 800-321-OSHA (6742). Although you may be legally permitted to walk off the job if you are in imminent danger, your right to do so is limited, therefore, it is best to report […]
Pregnancy Discrimination: State Law
Pregnancy Discrimination: State Law Most states have laws that provide employment protections against pregnancy discrimination. Employment discrimination includes adverse actions like firing, demoting, and refusing to hire based on a protected characteristic. Many of these laws also prohibit employers from refusing to provide reasonable accommodation for pregnancy, childbirth, or a related medical condition. For example, it […]
Sexual Harassment Practical Strategies: How Do I Deal with Sexual Harassment?
Sexual Harassment Practical Strategies: How Do I Deal with Sexual Harassment? If you think you are experiencing sexual harassment in the workplace, you might not know exactly what to do first. Even after you file a complaint, it may be hard to determine how to deal with your day to day work. This page provides […]
Find an Employment Attorney
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Building Your Case
Protect Your Rights Building Your Case This page addresses the following topics for building your case in any kind of legal or quasi-legal challenge to a termination or other adverse action against you in the workplace: How do I build my case? To build a winning case, the burden is on you, your union or […]
Employee Bankruptcy and Lawsuits
Protect Your Rights Employee Bankruptcy and Lawsuits Note: If you are currently pursuing or plan to bring a lawsuit against your employer, or have filed a claim with an administrative agency such as the EEOC, it is extremely important to consult with your lawyer (both your employment lawyer and your bankruptcy lawyer, if you have one) […]
Intern Rights At Work
Intern Rights At Work Together, Workplace Fairness and Pay Our Interns have partnered to create a Know Your Rights resource for government interns & fellows. If you’re hoping to obtain a government internship in the future, or if you’re a current intern struggling to navigate the work field and want to learn more about your […]
