Being a parent and managing a career is like a juggling act. It can be hard to find the right balance, but most do their best to make it work. Unfortunately, many parents in Colorado and elsewhere find that their employers treat them differently because of their...
Workplace Discrimination
Man files disability discrimination claim against former employer
A man in another state has filed a civil claim against his former employer for being fired after suffering a medical event that left him disabled. Laws are in place to protect employees from disability discrimination. If this gentleman is able to successfully prove...
Employment discrimination may be common — does not make it right
When employees are frequently exposed to discrimination in the workplace, it can have a great impact on both their personal and professional lives. Sadly, employment discrimination, in its many forms, is very commonly experienced by Colorado residents. Just because it...
Settlement reached in race discrimination case
It is a sad thing when the color of one's skin causes issues in the workplace, but it happens in Colorado and elsewhere. A woman in another state believed this was the reason for her employment contract not being renewed. As a result she filed a race discrimination...
Age discrimination is not always easy to prove
There are many people in Colorado who may feel that, due their ages, they have been the victims of discrimination either in the workplace or during the hiring process. Age discrimination is a real problem, but it is not always easy to prove. This column will address...
Pregnancy-related employment discrimination is a real issue
Believe it or not, women in Colorado and all across the country face workplace discrimination while pregnant. This is not okay. No woman should have to fear employment discrimination because of her decision to have a child. Victims of pregnancy-related employment...
Turner Broadcasting, CNN named in race discrimination lawsuit
Many Colorado residents may think that working for a well-known company is a great accomplishment. While this notion may be true in some cases, even employees at big companies could face mistreatment. It was recently reported that two men in another state have filed a...
Race discrimination claims against Facebook lead to lawsuit
Discrimination can poison many opportunities for qualified individuals. Colorado residents may be interested in a case of race discrimination involving Facebook. Reports stated that a federal lawsuit was recently filed by two men, one of whom is still employed with...
Colorado residents may fear disability discrimination
Many individuals with special needs struggle with the stigma of being perceived as less qualified simply for having a disability. Even if a person does have a physical or mental disability that does not impact their ability to carry out certain duties, they may still...
Colorado workers may wish to combat race discrimination
Discrimination continues to be a prevalent injustice that many individuals across the country face. Race discrimination is just one type of discrimination that could lead to people being treated in unfair and illegal manners because of their skin colors and/or...