Every employee has the right to do his or her job in an environment that is free from harassment, discrimination and other types of unacceptable behavior. When workers experience these things while on the job, it is possible they are in a hostile work environment....
When an employee clocks in at work, he or she can reasonably assume the employer will pay the worker fairly and on time. Employers must adhere to fair wage laws, including paying overtime, distributing paychecks on time and compensating workers for all of the hours...
Workers of all ages have rights in their North Carolina workplaces. Regardless of age or other factors, each individual is entitled to a work environment and employment process that is free from discrimination, harassment and other types of inappropriate treatment....
Each employee has the right to a workplace that is free from discrimination and other types of mistreatment. When unacceptable behaviors, such as harassment, take place, it can lead to the development of a hostile work environment. Employees who are subjected to these...
Older workers can face various challenges in their places of employment, but they do not have to be silent about illegal or unfair treatment experienced at work. Age discrimination is one of the most common issues faced by those who are older, and victims are often...
When a co-worker or supervisor goes too far with sexual advances, persistent comments or offensive behavior, you can immediately draw a line in the sand by telling the person to stop. In many cases, the offender will get the message and leave you alone. Unfortunately,...
Although recent media movements have attempted to bring the issues of workplace harassment to the forefront, it seems as if employees continue to struggle with mistreatment on the job. This is not limited to those in the entertainment industry. In fact, a recent...
A hostile work environment can make life miserable, turning every day at work into a nightmare as you wonder what new abuses you will face and how long it will last. What's worse, the mistreatment can hurt your career prospects and rob you of future opportunities. The...
When the #MeToo movement swept through the United States in 2017, many people were surprised how rampant a problem sexual harassment still was in the workplace. Unfortunately, you may know about workplace sexual harassment problems firsthand. Maybe your manager has...
Several years have passed since the #metoo movement -- when celebrities sought to bring the reality of workplace sexual harassment and abuse to the public eye. Like many in North Carolina, you may not have needed more awareness, especially if you have been a victim to...
