One of the most pressing concerns for Human Resources (HR) professionals is whether they are legally protected from retaliation when they report or oppose workplace discrimination, even though addressing such complaints is part of their job duties. The Sixth Circuit’s decision in Jackson v. Genesee County Road Commission, 999 F.3d 333 (6th Cir. 2021), offers…
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Discrimination at work is an all too common experience for many Kentucky employees. They face illegal actions because of their race, gender, identity, religion, or many other protected categories. Kentucky and federal law help protect workers against discrimination, but you need to know what to do if you face this kind of harassment. The skilled…
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Under Kentucky and Federal law, temporary, or “leased,” workers are entitled to the same rights and privileges as any permanent employee. Unfortunately, many employers take advantage of and discriminate against temporary workers because they believe only the temporary agency supplying the workers is liable for such actions. While it is true that temporary agencies are…
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Suppose you have been working for a company for many years. You have been an exceptional employee and have never had any problems with your employer or coworkers. However, one day your boss discovers that you are currently involved in a same-sex relationship and the next day you are fired. While many agree this is…
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Earlier this week the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued its first set of guidelines related to pregnancy discrimination in 30 years. While these guidelines do not carry the full effect and force of law, they do have the potential to persuade courts in broadening the scope of pregnancy discrimination analyses. From the EEOC press release:…
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When used in the context of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the term “disability” covers a lot of ground. There are obviously a number of physical conditions, chronic illnesses, and mental health issues that are invoked and covered by the Act. One type of disability that often goes overlooked, however, is the well-known, but commonly…
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