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Is obesity a disability protected by law?
A Nebraska man has appealed a lower court’s decision that his obesity is not a physical impairment protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Melvin Morriss III maintains he was denied a job because of the current and future impairments the company associated with his weight. In May 2011, Mr. Morriss, whose body-mass index
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Employers Can Prohibit Employees’ Marijuana Use in Colorado
As marijuana becomes legal in many states, one question remains: Can employers prohibit their employee’s from using marijuana? In Colorado, the answer is “yes.” On June 15, the Colorado Supreme Court unanimously held in Coats v. Dish Network that employers can discipline and terminate employees who test positive for the drug, even though recreational and
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Social Scientists Discuss Causes and Solutions of Workplace Harassment
Workplace harassment remains pervasive, hurting individuals and costing companies millions. Earlier this month, social scientists gathered to discuss harassment and its causes at the first meeting of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s Select Task Force on Workplace Harassment. One of the largest factors is organizational climate, said Dr. Mindy Bergman, an associate professor of
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Putting Employees in the Driver’s Seat
Uber and the Battle over Contractors One of the biggest questions in employment law currently is the difference between an employee and a contractor. It’s an important question for many companies because it determines employee benefits and protections. Often the hiring of independent contractors saves companies an enormous amount of money because they don’t have
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How to Prepare for FMLA: A Step-by-Step Guide
Changes to your family can be very stressful. Taking time off can add to that stress. Even if the reason you’re taking leave is due to a happy event like the birth of a baby, you don’t want to be distracted by worrying about whether your job is secure or not. If you’re considering FMLA
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Bathroom Access an Issue for Transgender Employees
Why Transgender Employee Rights Matter Transgender employees across the U.S. continue to face workplace discrimination, with one of the most pressing issues being access to bathrooms that align with their gender identity. Denying proper bathroom access can create unsafe, hostile, or humiliating work environments, which not only impacts employee well-being but can also expose employers
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Female scientists report being mistaken as janitors in STEM fields
Sex harassment sometimes stems from gender bias, which is especially prevalent in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) fields. A recent study by the Harvard Business Review shows this problem goes beyond pay imbalances. More than 60 percent of women in STEM reported they have to prove their competence more than men. The surveyors
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Facebook improves benefits for its contractors
Facebook recently announced improved benefits for its contractors and vendors in the United States, including a $15 minimum wage, a minimum of 15 paid days off for holidays, sick time and vacation — and for workers who don’t get paid parental leave, a $4,000 new child benefit. In a news release, the company’s Chief Operating
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Job applicant wins in U.S Supreme Court
An employer cannot refuse to hire someone to avoid making a religious accommodation — even if the employer did not actually know the accommodation was needed. It is enough for the employer to suspect that the accommodation is needed — or for it to be a motivating factor in the employer’s decision, the U.S. Supreme
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5 Ways to Avoid Hurting Your Damage Claims
For the most part, damages in employment lawsuits are awarded by juries. Juries are comprised of people. People have opinions and these opinions influence their decisions when it comes to damage awards. Jury instructions read by a Judge provide parameters parameters and the amount to be awarded may be suggested through evidence of lost wages,
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