It's Time To Level The Playing Field
Perhaps the most misunderstood and unfairly judged disabilities are those others cannot see, particularly those that fall under the heading of mental impairment. Nevertheless, these conditions can be as painful and frustrating as physical disabilities, and they can...
If you are like many with a disabling medical condition, the term “disability” can be frustrating to hear. Unlike past generations, advances in medicine, therapies and methods of accessibility make it possible for those with physical and mental challenges to fully...
If an employer has ever fired you, you may have felt shock or relief, depending on the situation. Whether the job was a good one or a bad one, getting fired means losing your income and having to restart the frustrating process of looking for new employment. On the...
You may have been among the many in California and across the country who followed the #MeToo movement at its height a few years ago. Perhaps you had a special interest in the outcome of the movement, which sought to bring awareness to the magnitude of the problem of...
You are going to have a baby. Perhaps you are already pregnant, or you and your partner have just made the decision to have a child. Whatever your situation, the tidings you joyfully shared with family and friends may not sound so joyful to your boss. In fact, many...
The chances are good that someone with a hearing loss will apply to work at your business at some point. In fact, about forty-eight million people across the country are deaf or hard of hearing. If you are unfamiliar with the kinds of accommodations that will allow...
It can be frustrating to deal with unfair treatment or other injustices in the workplace. In some cases, it may even be physically or emotionally dangerous when the workplace environment is hostile. One common illegal practice of California employers involves unfair...
Chances are you knew the risks when you decided to report wrongdoing on the job, or maybe you just wanted to make a positive change in your workplace. Whether you discovered some violation of employment law, safety protocol, environmental regulations or other...
Growing up, many people learn that no one likes a tattle-tale. A tattle-tale often simply wants to get someone else in trouble. However, there are times when reporting bad behavior is the most appropriate course of action. This is not always an easy decision,...
If your boss is offering you a severance, it is likely because you have lost your job. On the other hand, you may be hearing rumors about staff reductions and wondering how to get a fair severance if your job is on the chopping block. In this uncertain economic...
