Losing your job can be a profoundly unsettling experience, especially when you suspect that the termination was unjust or unlawful. Wrongful termination can shatter your sense of security and leave you grappling with a complex mix of emotions. However, it's crucial to remember that you have rights and options in such situations. In this article, we'll guide you through the essential steps to take after wrongful termination, empowering you to … [Read more...]
How to Prove Age Discrimination in the Workplace
Age discrimination is one of the most common types of workplace discrimination. It involves treating an employee less favorably because of his or her age. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (“ADEA”) forbids age discrimination against people who are forty or older. Minnesota state law protects employees who are over eighteen from age discrimination under the Minnesota Human Rights Act (“MHRA”). Both the ADEA and the MHRA prohibit … [Read more...]
Minnesota House Passes the CROWN Act Hair Discrimination Bill
On February 1, 2023, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed the CROWN Act, which stands for “Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair.” The law prohibits racial discrimination based on natural hairstyles and textures. The CROWN Act, which will go into effect on August 1, 2023, represents a meaningful advancement in anti-discrimination laws for employees in Minnesota. Expanding Protections Under Minnesota Human Rights Act The … [Read more...]
Taunting as Harassment in Age Discrimination Cases
Today’s workforce is comprised of baby boomers, Generation X, millennials, and Generation Z. A diverse range of employees strengthens the workplace by providing a multitude of perspectives and life experiences. However, it is important to be aware of workplace discrimination. Age discrimination involves treating an employee less favorably because of his or her age. Federal Protections Against Age Discrimination The federal Age Discrimination … [Read more...]
New Minnesota Pregnancy Accommodations and Nursing Mother Rights Take Effect
Effective January 1, 2022, workplace protections for expectant and new parents in Minnesota were expanded. As a result of these expanded protections, Minnesota parents no longer have to face the difficult choice between pumping at work to feed their infants or getting paid. The expanded right to pregnancy accommodations also allows more Minnesotans to continue working safely during their pregnancies. The Minnesota Department of Labor and … [Read more...]
