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Viewpoint: Ending discrimination in the workplace, starting with pay

We humans like to keep score. If we’re honest, we need to be better than everyone else, even if we can’t win the race outright. There are multiple ways to compete, of course. Money’s the simplest, which is why local towns list the most high.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsOct 11th, 2018

Saying "OK boomer" at work could count as age discrimination under the law. But don"t worry, millennial jokes will also soon become a workplace no-no.

Scott Morgan/Reuters Elizabeth C. Tippett is an associate professor in the school of law at the University of Oregon. The phrase "OK boomer" has risen in popularity, and it's no longer confined to just the internet. But it could become an issu.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderNov 20th, 2019

Business of the Year spotlight: Mary Tyler (Executive of the Year)

Mary Tyler doesn’t mind jumping in the weeds to solve a problem. The executive director of the National Conference for Community and Justice of Greater Dayton is tasked with leading an organization with a bold goal: ending discrimination and bias w.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsNov 12th, 2019

Labor law trending toward more discrimination cases, high-tech engagement

Buffalo-area labor lawyers say the 2020s will be marked by more awareness of workplace discrimination and a leveling of the environment......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsOct 25th, 2019

Am I being treated differently for being a millennial?: Ask HR

HR expert Johnny C. Taylor answers questions about discrimination for being a millennial in the workplace and how to celebra.....»»

Category: topSource: usatodayOct 15th, 2019

Nearly 50% of LGBTQ Americans are in the closet at work

The Supreme Court will consider arguments Tuesday on whether the civil rights laws barring workplace discrimination based on gender also applies to gender identity and sexual orientation......»»

Category: topSource: marketwatchOct 8th, 2019

As Supreme Court consider arguments on worplace rights, LGBTQ Americans have a long way to go for economic equality

The Supreme Court will consider arguments Tuesday on whether the civil rights laws barring workplace discrimination based on gender also applies to gender identity and sexual orientation......»»

Category: topSource: marketwatchOct 8th, 2019

Supreme Court Justice Gorsuch calls LGBTQ workplace discrimination case "really close"

Supreme Court appears divided on the meaning of 'sex' in federal anti.....»»

Category: topSource: latimesOct 8th, 2019

Supreme Court Justice Gorsuch likely the deciding vote in LGBTQ workplace discrimination case

Supreme Court appears divided on th.....»»

Category: topSource: latimesOct 8th, 2019

AI could be the key to ending discrimination in hiring, but experts warn it can be just as biased as humans

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Category: topSource: businessinsiderOct 8th, 2019

Workplace ageism can begin long before senior discounts apply

As Baby Boomers choose to stay on the job longer, ageism is becoming a bigger workplace discrimination concern. Recently, a handful of companies were cited for excluding older workers in online ads. But it’s not just a concern for senior citize.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsOct 7th, 2019

Techtober: Your guide to new releases from Amazon, GoPro, Facebook and more

A calendar to upcoming new releases, starting with Roku smartbar and ending with Amazon's Echo Smart Oven on Nov. 14. Google and .....»»

Category: topSource: usatodayOct 1st, 2019

Snarky comments on age deserve a ready retor

Age discrimination is illegal in the workplace, and the older employee has several options for responding to such disrespectful comments......»»

Category: topSource: washpostSep 21st, 2019

Council bill bolsters discrimination protections for freelancers

The City Council approved Thursday a bill that will extend workplace anti-discrimination protections to freelancers and contract workers. Councilman Brad Lander, the sponsor of the measure, said in... To view the full story, click the title link......»»

Category: blogSource: crainsnewyorkSep 16th, 2019

Justice Department reportedly seeking to persuade EEOC to reverse stance on LGBTQ workplace discrimination

The Justice Department is see.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderAug 14th, 2019

Trump says he will impose new tariffs on $300 billion of imports from China starting next month, ending brief cease-fire in trade war

Stocks fell sharply amid signs of a new escalation in the U.S.-China commercial dispute......»»

Category: topSource: washpostAug 2nd, 2019

Viewpoint: Here"s where you can get a real taste of old North Georgia starting today

For 69 years, folks have been flocking to Hiwassee in the far north of Georgia for the annual Mountain Fair. It starts today, Friday, July 19th, but only lasts for 9 days. So, don’t miss out. The Georgia Mountain Fair was started way back in 1950.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsJul 19th, 2019

California became the first state to ban discrimination against natural hair

naturalhairbride.com/Pinterest The California State Assembly unanimously passed a bill banning discrimination against natural hair in the workplace. The CROWN (Create a Respectful and Open Workplace for.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderJul 4th, 2019

5 major DFW companies join legal brief favoring LGBT rights

More than 200 American businesses have joined together to support an amicus brief filed Wednesday asking the U.S. Supreme Court to find that the Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation an.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsJul 3rd, 2019

Amazon, Apple, Google and other corporate giants back LGBTQ worker protections in upcoming Supreme Court battle

The companies urged SCOTUS to recognize that federal civil rights law protects LGBTQ people from workplace discrimination......»»

Category: topSource: marketwatchJul 2nd, 2019

Air New Zealand drops ban on staff tattoos amid discrimination concerns

Air New Zealand said on Monday it was ending a longstanding ban on staff having visible tattoos after facing criticism that the policy discriminated against Māori employees......»»

Category: topSource: reutersJun 9th, 2019