Tag: Worker Rights
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The CDC has said that individuals age 60 and older are more vulnerable to the Coronavirus. My employer decided to send everyone older than 60 home without pay to protect them. Is that legal?
Treating older workers less favorably than other employees, even if well-intentioned, can violate the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)… Read More
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Can my employer fire me because I have COVID-19, they suspect I have COVID-19, or someone in my household has COVID-19?
It is illegal for your employer to fire you or otherwise treat you worse than other employees because you have… Read More
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Because of the coronavirus pandemic, my employer made assumptions about me or treated me differently than coworkers because I am Asian or from another country. What can I do?
An employer who treats you worse than other workers because of your race, national origin, or ethnic background is violating… Read More
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Due to coronavirus, my employer has cut my hours, forced me to take unpaid leave, or ended my employment. What can I do?
You may be eligible for unemployment benefits while you are out of work. In general, you may apply for unemployment… Read More