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Reproductive Rights

Reproductive Rights Reproductive rights—having the ability to decide whether and when to have children—are important to a childbearing individual’s socioeconomic well-being and overall health. In the United States, the 1973 Supreme Court case Roe v. Wade established the legal right to abortion. In June 2022, the United States Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Now, […]

Intern Rights

Intern Rights In today’s economy, internships are often a critical aspect of finding an entry-level position. More and more students are accepting internships to provide themselves with experience prior to applying for a full-time job. Almost a third of college students report working at an unpaid internship during their college years. Despite their popularity, interns […]

Gig Workers

Gig Workers The gig economy is transforming the way work is performed. On-demand drivers, dog walkers, and freelance writers are only a few examples. There has also been the emergence of various gig platforms like Fiverr, Upwork, and Guru which enable the organization or individuals to recruit freelancers. Though gig work offers flexibility and autonomy […]

Human Trafficking

Human Trafficking & Sex Workers “Trafficking in persons,” “human trafficking,” and “modern slavery” are umbrella terms – often used interchangeably – to refer to a crime whereby traffickers exploit and profit at the expense of adults or children by compelling them to perform labor or engage in commercial sex.  When a person younger than 18 […]

Mitigation

Protect Your Rights Mitigation If you are suing your employer or former employer you may be surprised to learn that you have an obligation to minimize (mitigate) the damages to yourself and, as a result, how much your employer will owe you. If you lost your job, you have to make a good faith effort […]

Employee Identity Theft

Employee Identity Theft Identity theft is a crime that can have devastating effects on victims. Read more to learn how identity theft relates to workers, how to avoid it, and how to deal with it. 1. What is employment identity theft? Employment identity theft is a crime that occurs when someone takes and uses another […]

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 […]

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