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An Overview of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act for New York Employers
DISCLAIMER: This post is intended only as general information about pregnancy discrimination. It is not legal advice, and reading it does not make us your attorneys. If you need specific legal advice, …
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What You Need to Know About NYC’s Body Size Discrimination Law
On November 22, 2023, New York City (NYC) amended the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL) to provide employee protections against height and weight biases that unfairly limit job opportunities. …
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The Magic Solution for Workplace Conflicts
Workplace conflicts come in a variety of forms. Most of them are resolvable. In 2008, a hazardous waste situation occurred at a high school on Long Island, New York. According to one journalist's …
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Balancing Inequities at Work: The Role of Employers
DISCLAIMER: This post contains general information about the the role of employers in balancing inequities in their workplaces. It is not legal advice. If you are struggling with inequities, we …
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Ensuring Fair Treatment in Job Transfers: What the Muldrow Case Means for Employers
A recent Supreme Court decision has made it clear that DEI is not dead, and employers must still assess job transfers for fairness. See Muldrow v. City of St. Louis, Missouri, et al, 601 US ___ …
Three Ways to Balance Culture Fit and Inclusion When Hiring
When building a team, “culture fit” seems important. You want to hire an employee who others will work well with, so you don't lose valuable time, money and energy that could be better spent growing …
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Understanding the NYS Model Sexual Harassment Policy: Who Is Covered?
In New York (NY), all employers must have a sexual harassment prevention policy that meets specific criteria. In this series of posts, we are breaking down the elements of the State's Model Sexual …
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Five Actions to Take When You’re the Target of Sexual Harassment
DISCLAIMER: This post provides general information about how to use the Five Actions from the DIY Conflict Resolution process when you are the target of sexual harassment. It is not legal advice, nor …
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Seven Choices to Make When You’re the Target of Sexual Harassment
DISCLAIMER: This post provides general information about how to use The Seven Choices of the DIY Conflict Resolution process when you are the target of sexual harassment. It is not legal advice, nor …
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