Archive for the ‘Gender’ Category
In the last few months, the #MeToo movement has brought to light many shocking cases of sexual abuse and harassment by powerful figureheads in media, government, and much more. One of the most horrific was the abuse by Larry Nassar, a former physician for the US Gymnastic Team and Michigan State University. What makes his […]
Ho Ho Oh No’s: Holiday Party Concerns for Employers and Employees
December 19th, 2017 by David Minces
The holidays have a magical way of bringing people together, and the workplace is no exception. Many companies organize holiday celebrations where rules are relaxed and coworkers can fraternize with peers, bosses, subordinates and sometimes customers. These festivities are the subject of movies like Office Christmas Party (2016) and episodes from TV shows like The […]
Besh and Weinstein: Explosive Accusations that Echo the Tales of Millions of Employees Across the Country
October 25th, 2017 by David Minces
Over the weekend, famed New Orleans chef John Besh alleged harassment of employees was chronicled by the Times-Picayune. The allegations against Besh Restaurant Group, which employs thousands and spans across numerous restaurants throughout the country, came down just after a flood of allegations against former Weinstein Company executive, Harvey Weinstein. Social media posts, articles, and […]
Domino Effect: Transgender Military Ban Raises Employment Law Questions Across the Country
July 27th, 2017 by David Minces
Can he do that? The question many Americans asked after President Trump tweeted that transgender people will no longer be allowed to serve in the military is being echoed around the world as many people on both sides of the political fence took to social media and verbal debate yesterday to share their view of […]
#1 Dad: The obstacles fathers face trying to designate themselves as primary caretakers
June 30th, 2017 by David Minces
Two weeks ago, most Americans were celebrating Father’s Day. Remembering the contributions that our fathers made to our lives brings up the discussion of paternal leave, breaks male employees take from work to take care of recently born or adopted children. Paternal leave can help accustom a father to his new role, ease the stresses […]