Report sexual harassment. It’s as simple as that. According to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, job applicants and employees are protected under law from harassment in the workplace. Unwelcome advances, requested sexual favors, verbal and/or physical harassment define sexual harassment. Derogatory comments about a person’s gender is harassment. And harassment can be… read more →
To prove sexual harassment at work, there are some steps you can take on your own. However, keep in mind that many of these cases come to an impasse when it’s one person’s word against the other. Steer clear of this situation by contacting an employment lawyer early on. Sexual… read more →
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) provides that employers make reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. These accommodations must be made for job applicants as well as current employees. The key is that the individual with disabilities is qualified for the position and able to do the essential functions of their… read more →
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) prevents employment discrimination in three specific ways. The EEOC provides investigation into discrimination complaints, education to prevent discrimination, and guidance to the federal government on all aspects of equal employment. The vision of the EEOC is to see justice and equality in the workplace.… read more →
Kraemer, Manes & Associates, LLC “KMA” has filed a complaint on behalf of Qamil Gashi, against Environmental Recovery Corporation (“ERC”), Troy Tremellen, and Tony Miller, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. The complaint alleges that Mr. Gashi, an Albanian Muslim employee at ERC, a waste processing facility,… read more →
The United States, a country home to people of various religious backgrounds and faiths, prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of religion. The federal law protecting workers from employment discrimination is Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, commonly referred to as “Title VII.” Employees in Pennsylvania are… read more →
Employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and/or genetic information is illegal. Additionally, retaliation against anyone who participates in a discrimination complaint, charge, investigation, or lawsuit is illegal. If you have experienced discrimination in the workplace and plan to file… read more →
Despite laws protecting employees, discrimination in the workplace still occurs sometimes. It is illegal to be discriminated against at work for the following: Race Color Religion Sex (including pregnancy) National origin Age (40 or older) Disability Genetic information If you have experienced workplace discrimination, you should file a Charge of… read more →
Before filing a retaliation complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”), it is important to understand what retaliation is. In essence, retaliation occurs when an employer takes any adverse action against you because you engaged in a protected activity such as filing an employment discrimination claim or participating in an… read more →
If you have been subjected to a hostile/abusive work environment, harassment or unfair treatment because of your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability, you may be able to bring an employment discrimination lawsuit against your Employer. However, under Pennsylvania Law, before you are able to bring an… read more →