How To Ensure Your Employer Is Properly Compensating You For Your Work Time Working from home has become a permanent fixture for millions of Americans. Whether you’re fully remote or part of a hybrid team, one thing is certain: your employment rights didn’t clock out when your office closed. Wage and Hour Violations: Out of [...]
Technology has transformed the hiring process, with many employers now using artificial intelligence (AI) and automated tools to screen resumes, rank candidates, and even conduct interviews. While these innovations promise efficiency, they also introduce serious risks—particularly when it comes to bias and discrimination. If AI hiring tools are not carefully designed and monitored, they can [...]
Gender discrimination in the workplace remains a persistent challenge for many employees. Despite progress toward workplace equality, individuals continue to face unequal treatment based on gender. In Massachusetts, both state and federal laws provide strong protections against gender-based discrimination. Understanding these protections, recognizing discriminatory practices, and knowing your rights are critical to ensuring fair treatment [...]
As of late, federal labor laws have been subject to shifts due to changes in administration and evolving policies. These adjustments at the national level often leave employees and employers wondering: How do these federal changes affect Massachusetts workers? The good news is that Massachusetts has some of the strongest worker protections in the country, [...]
Religious discrimination in the workplace is a serious issue that affects employees of all faiths. Whether it’s being denied reasonable accommodation for religious observance, facing harassment due to religious beliefs, or being passed over for a job because of religious dress, employees in Massachusetts have strong legal protections against religious discrimination. Understanding these laws, recognizing [...]
Age discrimination in the workplace is an unfortunate reality for many employees. Despite years of experience, dedication, and valuable contributions, workers often face unfair treatment, bias, or outright discrimination. In Massachusetts, both state and federal laws offer strong protections against age-based workplace discrimination. Understanding these laws, recognizing discrimination, and knowing your rights are essential to [...]
On July 31, 2024, Massachusetts took a significant step toward pay equity when Governor Maura Healey signed a new Pay Transparency Law into effect. This legislation, aimed at promoting fairness and transparency in compensation practices, is part of a broader nationwide trend addressing wage disparities and discriminatory practices across various industries. Here's what Massachusetts employees [...]
Pregnancy should be a time of excitement and joy, but for many working women, it can also bring challenges in the workplace. Unfortunately, pregnancy discrimination remains a significant issue, even in today's progressive world. In Massachusetts, pregnant employees are protected by both state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination and ensure that they are treated [...]
Massachusetts recently enacted the “Francis Perkins Pay Equity Act,” or “FPPEA to combat pay inequity. FPPEA goes into effect next year and will work along with the Massachusetts Equal Pay Act (“MEPA”), which has a parallel purpose and has already been in effect for several years. There are two main components of the law, which [...]
Navigating workplace discrimination can be daunting and complex. Fortunately, in Massachusetts, employees have a robust ally in the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD). Understanding the role of the MCAD is essential for employees who believe they have experienced discrimination at work. This blog article will delve into what the MCAD does, the types of discrimination [...]