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Racial discrimination and sexual harassment in the workplace – or anywhere for that matter -- are, to put it bluntly, despicable, repugnant and unforgivable. They also are illegal. Both issues came to the forefront recently thanks to a three-part series written by...
Many regular readers of our Kansas City employment law blog know that federal employment law prohibits workplace sexual harassment, as well as retaliation against an employee who reports harassment. Despite federal and state employment laws, before the #MeToo movement...
In the United States, there are generally two different forms of harassment: quid-pro-quo harassment and a hostile work environment. As the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission notes, a hostile work environment occurs when offensive conduct in a workplace is severe...
In almost every workplace, supervisors and managers hold a great deal of power. They may have input on hiring decisions, pay increases and even firing decisions. When they use that position of power to coerce other employees, though, this quid pro quo harassment can...
In a perfect world, nobody would ever experience sexual harassment in the workplace. Unfortunately, the reality is much different. While it may seem unfair that you should have to take proactive steps to end harassment, doing so can help protect you and foster a...
Among approximately 2,400 elected prosecutors in the United States, only 1.84% of that group represents women of color (for a total of 45 officials). This group of prosecutors reports that they have been the target of a particular brand of discrimination, which some...
The #MeToo movement helped to shine a light on serious problems with sexual harassment in a number of Missouri industries, including entertainment and technology. It even helped to expose politicians involved in harassment or discriminatory behavior on the job....
It is an unfortunate fact that certain types of workplace discrimination are common in Missouri and across the country, despite being prohibited by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other laws. While some companies are cognizant of this and are attempting...
Sexual harassment on the job can severely interfere withcareer advancement and opportunties, and it can affect workers from the service industry to the executive office. One hotel company in Missouri is facing a lawsuit by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission...
Workers in Missouri may find themselves dealing with employers that attempt to avoid paying overtime, providing breaks or providing proper compensation for all hours worked. A wide range of employees may struggle with wage and hour violations, from food service...
