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Silicon Valley
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Tesla Settles Racial Discrimination Lawsuit From Fremont Factory Worker, Still Has More Discrimination Suits Pending

Tesla has reached a settlement in a racial discrimination lawsuit but faces ongoing legal troubles regarding workplace racism.
Miscellaneous
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago

Rehab employees sue over alleged homophobic, toxic work environment - LGBTQ Nation

The lawsuit against Executive Recovery Group highlights severe allegations of racial and homophobic abuse, illustrating a toxic workplace culture.
fromESPN.com
2 months ago
National Football League

Lawsuit: Cards owner verbally abused assistant

Brittany Neuheisel, former assistant to Cardinals owner, sues for harassment and discrimination, accusing him of verbal abuse and unethical demands.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago
Digital life

Former Realtor Employee Files Sexual Harassment Suit Against Trade Group

The N.A.R. is facing serious allegations of sexual harassment and discrimination, highlighting critical issues within its organizational culture.
fromwww.sgvtribune.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Fired California racetrack publicist sues, saying he refused to lie' about horse deaths

Willman claims he was unjustly fired for refusing to cover up mismanagement tied to horse deaths at Santa Anita.
fromAdvocate.com
8 months ago
NYC LGBT

Gay former staffer sues GOP Texas Congressman over 'hostile work environment'

The lawsuit highlights systemic homophobia in a congressional office, leading to a former staffer's constructive termination.
Silicon Valley
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Tesla Settles Racial Discrimination Lawsuit From Fremont Factory Worker, Still Has More Discrimination Suits Pending

Tesla has reached a settlement in a racial discrimination lawsuit but faces ongoing legal troubles regarding workplace racism.
Miscellaneous
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago

Rehab employees sue over alleged homophobic, toxic work environment - LGBTQ Nation

The lawsuit against Executive Recovery Group highlights severe allegations of racial and homophobic abuse, illustrating a toxic workplace culture.
fromESPN.com
2 months ago
National Football League

Lawsuit: Cards owner verbally abused assistant

Brittany Neuheisel, former assistant to Cardinals owner, sues for harassment and discrimination, accusing him of verbal abuse and unethical demands.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago
Digital life

Former Realtor Employee Files Sexual Harassment Suit Against Trade Group

The N.A.R. is facing serious allegations of sexual harassment and discrimination, highlighting critical issues within its organizational culture.
fromwww.sgvtribune.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Fired California racetrack publicist sues, saying he refused to lie' about horse deaths

Willman claims he was unjustly fired for refusing to cover up mismanagement tied to horse deaths at Santa Anita.
fromAdvocate.com
8 months ago
NYC LGBT

Gay former staffer sues GOP Texas Congressman over 'hostile work environment'

The lawsuit highlights systemic homophobia in a congressional office, leading to a former staffer's constructive termination.
more#lawsuit
#diversity
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Social justice

Reed Smith Puts Down Their DEI Programs To Dodge The EEOC - Above the Law

Reed Smith is discontinuing its DEI program amid a discrimination probe, rebranding it as 'Culture & Engagement'.
Critics argue that name changes won't change the essence of inequality.
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Social justice

Reed Smith Puts Down Their DEI Programs To Dodge The EEOC - Above the Law

Reed Smith is discontinuing its DEI program amid a discrimination probe, rebranding it as 'Culture & Engagement'.
Critics argue that name changes won't change the essence of inequality.
more#diversity
#diversity-and-inclusion
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Workplace discrimination at alarming levels as nearly half of UK adults report bias

Nearly half of UK adults report workplace discrimination, highlighting a serious cultural issue.
Ageism is the most common bias, with significant reports of discrimination based on appearance and gender.
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

They had left their DEI roles. Trump still fired them

Federal employees assert they were unlawfully dismissed due to perceived political affiliations and past involvement with DEIA initiatives after Trump's executive orders.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Workplace discrimination at alarming levels as nearly half of UK adults report bias

Nearly half of UK adults report workplace discrimination, highlighting a serious cultural issue.
Ageism is the most common bias, with significant reports of discrimination based on appearance and gender.
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

They had left their DEI roles. Trump still fired them

Federal employees assert they were unlawfully dismissed due to perceived political affiliations and past involvement with DEIA initiatives after Trump's executive orders.
more#diversity-and-inclusion
#eeoc
SF LGBT
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Once a Champion for Trans Workers, the E.E.O.C. Is Now Walking Away

Transgender discrimination in the workplace is a legal issue that has faced recent challenges.
The E.E.O.C.'s stance on transgender rights has shifted under the Trump administration.
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

I didn't get promoted because of how I dress

Workplace discrimination can occur based on appearance, challenging the notion of professionalism.
The EEOC plays a crucial role in validating and addressing workplace discrimination cases.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
Law

EEOC seeks to drop gender discrimination case after Trump executive order

The EEOC has moved to dismiss a discrimination lawsuit, citing conflicts with Trump's executive order on gender identity.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

US equality chief fired by Trump condemns demonization of the term DEI'

Jocelyn Samuels was fired from the EEOC for opposing Trump-era policies targeting DEI and transgender rights initiatives.
SF LGBT
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Once a Champion for Trans Workers, the E.E.O.C. Is Now Walking Away

Transgender discrimination in the workplace is a legal issue that has faced recent challenges.
The E.E.O.C.'s stance on transgender rights has shifted under the Trump administration.
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

I didn't get promoted because of how I dress

Workplace discrimination can occur based on appearance, challenging the notion of professionalism.
The EEOC plays a crucial role in validating and addressing workplace discrimination cases.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
Law

EEOC seeks to drop gender discrimination case after Trump executive order

The EEOC has moved to dismiss a discrimination lawsuit, citing conflicts with Trump's executive order on gender identity.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

US equality chief fired by Trump condemns demonization of the term DEI'

Jocelyn Samuels was fired from the EEOC for opposing Trump-era policies targeting DEI and transgender rights initiatives.
more#eeoc
Social justice
fromAxios
2 months ago

Supreme Court could lower bar for white workers to sue for racial bias

The Supreme Court is considering a case that could allow heterosexual individuals to sue for job discrimination, reshaping discrimination laws.
Social justice
fromFast Company
2 months ago

3 ways 'competency checking' can impact your workplace

Competency checking systematically undermines Black professionals by questioning their qualifications, intelligence, and leadership abilities in workplace environments.
#employment-law
UK news
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Kuda and CEO face allegations of sex discrimination and unfair dismissal from former executive, per filing | TechCrunch

Kuda Technologies faces serious allegations of workplace discrimination, harassment, and wrongful dismissal by its former Group Chief People Officer.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
UK politics

Pro-Brexit views not protected from workplace discrimination, tribunal rules

Brexit support is not protected from workplace discrimination, ruling clarifies distinction between opinion and philosophical belief.
fromAbove the Law
6 months ago
Law

DLA Piper Alleges Mom-To-Be Fired Because Of Her 'Catastrophic Blunders'

DLA Piper's termination of Anisha Mehta raises significant questions about workplace treatment of pregnant employees and potential bias.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Harriette Cole: My competition for the job is a pretty teen. Should I report her?

The legality of hiring underage individuals should take precedence over personal competition for jobs.
UK news
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Kuda and CEO face allegations of sex discrimination and unfair dismissal from former executive, per filing | TechCrunch

Kuda Technologies faces serious allegations of workplace discrimination, harassment, and wrongful dismissal by its former Group Chief People Officer.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
UK politics

Pro-Brexit views not protected from workplace discrimination, tribunal rules

Brexit support is not protected from workplace discrimination, ruling clarifies distinction between opinion and philosophical belief.
fromAbove the Law
6 months ago
Law

DLA Piper Alleges Mom-To-Be Fired Because Of Her 'Catastrophic Blunders'

DLA Piper's termination of Anisha Mehta raises significant questions about workplace treatment of pregnant employees and potential bias.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Harriette Cole: My competition for the job is a pretty teen. Should I report her?

The legality of hiring underage individuals should take precedence over personal competition for jobs.
more#employment-law
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

What Trump revoking the Equal Employment Opportunity executive order means for businesses and workers

Trump's rollback of a civil rights-era executive order undermines protections against employment discrimination in the federal contracting sector.
#employee-rights
fromArs Technica
3 months ago
Apple

Apple must face suit over alleged policy of underpaying female workers

Apple's defense to reclaim back pay was rejected, but class action continues against alleged sexism.
Racial discrimination claim was paused, giving space for a former employee to amend a retaliation claim related to discrimination.
Legal representative praised ruling as a step for women at Apple in addressing workplace injustices.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Walt Disney agrees to pay $43.3m to settle pay discrimination suit

Disney settles a lawsuit alleging gender pay disparity, paying $43.3 million and committing to future pay equity reviews.
The lawsuit shows systemic pay disparities existed within Disney for female employees.
fromArs Technica
3 months ago
Apple

Apple must face suit over alleged policy of underpaying female workers

Apple's defense to reclaim back pay was rejected, but class action continues against alleged sexism.
Racial discrimination claim was paused, giving space for a former employee to amend a retaliation claim related to discrimination.
Legal representative praised ruling as a step for women at Apple in addressing workplace injustices.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Walt Disney agrees to pay $43.3m to settle pay discrimination suit

Disney settles a lawsuit alleging gender pay disparity, paying $43.3 million and committing to future pay equity reviews.
The lawsuit shows systemic pay disparities existed within Disney for female employees.
more#employee-rights
fromFast Company
4 months ago
Writing

How shaving my head bald is impacting my career and life

The author expresses mixed feelings about her imminent baldness, highlighting societal perceptions and personal insecurities surrounding her new appearance.
#mental-health
fromHarvard Business Review
5 months ago
Business

Research: The Stigma Disabled People Face During Negotiations

Disabled individuals, particularly women, face heightened stigma in negotiation contexts, impacting perceptions of their competence and integrity.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Today' anchor Hoda Kotb says a former boss told her she might want to 'get on the treadmill'

Hoda Kotb shares her experience of body-shaming by a former boss, revealing the impact of weight discrimination in workplaces.
fromHarvard Business Review
5 months ago
Business

Research: The Stigma Disabled People Face During Negotiations

Disabled individuals, particularly women, face heightened stigma in negotiation contexts, impacting perceptions of their competence and integrity.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Today' anchor Hoda Kotb says a former boss told her she might want to 'get on the treadmill'

Hoda Kotb shares her experience of body-shaming by a former boss, revealing the impact of weight discrimination in workplaces.
more#mental-health
#legal-action
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
London

Security guard sues Science Museum for allegedly denying suitable chair

Disability discrimination in the workplace remains a pressing issue, exemplified by Malina Nowicka's legal battle for appropriate accommodations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
London

Security guard sues Science Museum for allegedly denying suitable chair

Disability discrimination in the workplace remains a pressing issue, exemplified by Malina Nowicka's legal battle for appropriate accommodations.
more#legal-action
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago
Writing

33 Experiences Of Womanhood That May Just Blow Mens' Minds Wide Open

Women in IT often face gender biases, being dismissed or ignored in favor of their male counterparts.
#civil-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

Trans McDonald's employee wins $930,000 after "barrage" of workplace harassment - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender woman won $930,000 after proving workplace discrimination and retaliation during an 11-year legal battle against a McDonald's franchise.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago
Remote teams

Employee asked for a pen in Spanish. The school then issued an English-only policy

A Fontana preschool settled for $200,000 after imposing an English-only policy, retaliating against an employee for speaking Spanish.
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

Trans McDonald's employee wins $930,000 after "barrage" of workplace harassment - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender woman won $930,000 after proving workplace discrimination and retaliation during an 11-year legal battle against a McDonald's franchise.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago
Remote teams

Employee asked for a pen in Spanish. The school then issued an English-only policy

A Fontana preschool settled for $200,000 after imposing an English-only policy, retaliating against an employee for speaking Spanish.
more#civil-rights
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Digital life

Lilly Ledbetter, Whose Fight for Equal Pay Changed U.S. Law, Dies at 86

Lilly Ledbetter's fight against pay inequality significantly influenced the Fair Pay Act of 2009, highlighting the importance of transparency in salary information.
#lgbtq-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 months ago
Left-wing politics

Lesbian firefighter may get $1.3 million for enduring 21 years of shocking harassment - LGBTQ Nation

After 21 years of abuse, a lesbian firefighter from Kansas City may receive a historic $1.3 million settlement for discrimination.
fromFortune
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

More major firms are dropping Human Rights Campaign's LGBTQ+ rights report card amid anti-diversity backlash

The Corporate Equality Index has expanded significantly, reflecting improved LGBTQ+ workplace rights, but now faces conservative backlash against diversity initiatives.
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 months ago
Left-wing politics

Lesbian firefighter may get $1.3 million for enduring 21 years of shocking harassment - LGBTQ Nation

After 21 years of abuse, a lesbian firefighter from Kansas City may receive a historic $1.3 million settlement for discrimination.
fromFortune
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

More major firms are dropping Human Rights Campaign's LGBTQ+ rights report card amid anti-diversity backlash

The Corporate Equality Index has expanded significantly, reflecting improved LGBTQ+ workplace rights, but now faces conservative backlash against diversity initiatives.
more#lgbtq-rights
#career-advancement
fromFortune
6 months ago
Remote teams

Workers over 40 say they're being passed over for promotions and cut out of higher salaries

Ageism is prevalent in the workplace, with 90% of workers aged 40+ reporting discrimination, affecting their morale and career growth.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago
East Bay (California)

Harriette Cole: I just got a promotion, and now I'm keeping a big secret

The promotion process at the company raises ethical concerns due to pregnancy discrimination and personal dilemmas regarding maternity leave under new responsibilities.
fromFortune
6 months ago
Remote teams

Workers over 40 say they're being passed over for promotions and cut out of higher salaries

Ageism is prevalent in the workplace, with 90% of workers aged 40+ reporting discrimination, affecting their morale and career growth.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago
East Bay (California)

Harriette Cole: I just got a promotion, and now I'm keeping a big secret

The promotion process at the company raises ethical concerns due to pregnancy discrimination and personal dilemmas regarding maternity leave under new responsibilities.
more#career-advancement
fromThe Nation
7 months ago
Business

At-Will Employment Must End. Our Civil Rights Depend on It.

At-will employment contributes to workplace discrimination and harassment, making it difficult for workers to seek recourse against unjust firings.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 months ago

Despite new protections, LGBTQ+ people face massive discrmination in the workplace - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ workers face high levels of discrimination, often leading to hiding their identities to avoid harassment.
fromTechCrunch
7 months ago
Startup companies

Exclusive: From dinners with Travis Kalanick to fired after maternity leave: one of CloudKitchens' earliest employees is suing

Isabella Vincenza's lawsuit against CloudKitchens highlights alleged wrongful termination and workplace discrimination after her maternity leave.
LGBT
fromwww.independent.co.uk
8 months ago

Half of LGBT+ people say they are bullied or harassed at work, survey shows

Half of LGBT+ individuals report workplace bullying or harassment, indicating a pressing need for reform.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
9 months ago

'Menopause must be treated fairly for women at work'

Menopausal women face unfair treatment in the workplace; research aims to address mental health impact and support needed.
fromITPro
1 year ago
Women in technology

Cyber security sector gender balance shows modest signs of improvement

The number of women entering cyber security is increasing, with positive trends in leadership roles and hiring responsibilities.
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