Most individuals may expect to receive fair and equal treatment in their chosen job fields, but do things always turn out this way? The presence of discriminatory behavior continues to affect the lives of employees in many types of professions in Michigan and facing...
Employment Law
The possibility of bias in AI hiring programs
Many companies may feel that there are a variety of benefits to using advancements in technology to help streamline hiring processes. However, while it might not be uncommon for companies to use AI programs to aid in similar endeavors, studies indicate that there may...
Retaliation leads to discrimination lawsuit against Dillard’s
There are many expecting parents who wish to maintain their employment right up to the point in which they are preparing to meet their child for the first time. While there are laws in place to protect the rights of pregnant women in the workplace, there might be some...
Addressing recent studies on disability discrimination
While many companies may strive to provide fair and equal treatment to all employees, it might not be feasible to expect this to be the case in every job setting. The presence of discriminatory behavior continues to be an issue in many workplaces and there are many...
The possible toll of workplace harassment
Numerous types of behaviors may act to intimidate or harass individuals within a work environment. Whether this involves issues such as bullying or sexual misconduct, the presence of similar issues can take a significant toll on the lives and careers of those...
Pregnancy is a protected status against discrimination
Most Michigan employers may act at their own discretion to hire and fire employees at will. This does not mean, however, that there are never instances that constitute unlawful termination or hiring discrimination. Your employer cannot discriminate against you because...
Disability discrimination case results in $1.7 million judgment
There might be few experiences as stressful as being turned down after applying for a new employment opportunity, especially if the decision stems from unjust reasons. Individuals in Michigan who are refused the opportunity to interview for positions due to the...
Knowing how to identify retaliation at work
There may be many scenarios in which filing a complaint at work may be necessary to protecting one’s rights or addressing potential safety concerns. However, it might not be possible to predict how an employer may respond to these complaints, and sometimes this could...
Lawsuit filed over retaliation and wrongful termination
Individuals who come across possible hazards at work may feel that reporting the issue could prove vital to promoting safety in their job settings. However, there could be some instances in which individuals in Michigan who report unsafe conditions may be subjected to...
Possible examples of discriminatory hiring practices
Many companies may constantly be in search of ways to attract and hire the best talent they can find. The pursuit of talent could cause many companies to create thorough hiring practices and there might be some scenarios in which such strategies could promote unjust...