Workplace harassment can take many forms, as far too many people know far too well. Sometimes words are not "just words" but can make you feel unsafe. If this happens in your workplace, it's important to know that the law is on your side.
Minnesota bill aims to combat workplace bullying
At one point or another in most people's careers, they've dealt with coworkers-not to mention management-that were difficult to get along with. Personalities can clash, egos can compete, and insecurities can contribute to a working environment that is less than hospitable. What happens, though, when icy attitudes and professional snobbery turn into something malicious? Unfortunately for thousands of employees throughout the state of Minnesota, and all across the country, that can be a difficult question to answer. While many workers can identify and address forms of job discrimination involving factors like gender and race, different types of bullying may be condoned or go unreported in the workplace.
Minnesota bill aims to combat workplace bullying
At one point or another in most people's careers, they've dealt with coworkers-not to mention management-that were difficult to get along with. Personalities can clash, egos can compete, and insecurities can contribute to a working environment that is less than hospitable. What happens, though, when icy attitudes and professional snobbery turn into something malicious? Unfortunately for thousands of employees throughout the state of Minnesota, and all across the country, that can be a difficult question to answer. While many workers can identify and address forms of job discrimination involving factors like gender and race, different types of bullying may be condoned or go unreported in the workplace.
Minnesota fire department votes to end workplace discrimination
In November, 2012, a same-sex marriage amendment will appear on the ballot in Minnesota as a legislatively-referred constitutional amendment. The measure would define marriage, for purposes of the state's constitution, as between one man and one woman. If passed, the amendment will limit the freedom to marry to only heterosexual couples.
Minnesota fire department votes to end workplace discrimination
In November, 2012, a same-sex marriage amendment will appear on the ballot in Minnesota as a legislatively-referred constitutional amendment. The measure would define marriage, for purposes of the state's constitution, as between one man and one woman. If passed, the amendment will limit the freedom to marry to only heterosexual couples.
Supreme Court agrees to hear hostile work environment case
Chances are you've had a disagreement with an employer or co-worker at work. That's only human nature (even in Minnesota). However, if your work becomes intolerable -- based on offensive conduct related to a protected category like race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability -- you may have a legal claim for a hostile work environment.
Supreme Court agrees to hear hostile work environment case
Chances are you've had a disagreement with an employer or co-worker at work. That's only human nature (even in Minnesota). However, if your work becomes intolerable -- based on offensive conduct related to a protected category like race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability -- you may have a legal claim for a hostile work environment.