From the category archives:

Discrimination

Santa Cruz Sexual Harassment

February 10, 2011

The first step in preventing sexual harassment is defining it and making sure that all employees understand its definition. Any unwelcome sexual behavior, advance, or conduct that makes the workplace intimidating, hostile, or offensive is considered sexual harassment.  In Santa Cruz or elsewhere in California, sexual harassment can be physical, verbal, or even visual/electronic.  Anyone [...]

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Types of Workplace Discrimination

August 16, 2010

While we often see Equal Opportunity Employer signs posted at job sites, the sad reality is that workplace discrimination still exists at many companies and employee rights lawyers are often brought in to resolve matters. Workers might harass co-workers because of race or color, and managers might refuse a promotion to employees of a certain age, religion, or gende

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