Missouri firm will pay $1.9 million for racial discrimination
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by monte.olmsted@thomsonreuters.com
1y ago
Four years of discriminating and sidestepping prospective Black and Asian employees has come at a major cost to a Missouri-based company. In August, Cerner Corp. – a North Kansas City medical information technology company – agreed to a settlement worth nearly $1.9 million with the U.S. Department of Labor. This is just another example of how workplace discrimination affects the lives of people and their families who want to earn a living without having to be judged by the color of their skin and country of origin. Discriminating nearly 1,900 prospective employees Although Cerner denied the go ..read more
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How to file a race discrimination case with the EEOC
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by jonathan.brandis@thomsonreuters.com
1y ago
If you have experienced racial discrimination at work or when applying for a job, you deserve compensation under Missouri and federal law. But getting justice in this way requires you to follow a specific, multi-step process. One such step is filing a discrimination charge with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the federal agency that investigates workplace discrimination claims and enforces laws like the Civil Rights Act of 1964. You can file a claim in one of two ways: online or in person at your local EEOC office. There is an office in the Kansas City area where you c ..read more
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The effect racial discrimination at work can affect your mental health
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by jonathan.brandis@thomsonreuters.com
2y ago
Anyone who has ever experienced workplace discrimination based on their race knows how painful it is. It can go beyond feeling hurt, angry or humiliated. Often, discrimination can trigger a mental health problem like depression. Study finds possible link between race discrimination and depression A medical study published in 2010 found a relationship between depression and incidents of racial discrimination at work. The study examined the cases of workers at two hospitals who had suffered job-related injuries. Researchers asked the participants if they had experienced unfair treatment from a s ..read more
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Ex-Kansas City VA hospital worker sues for racial discrimination
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by jonathan.brandis@thomsonreuters.com
2y ago
A woman who used to work at the Kansas City VA hospital is suing the Veterans Administration for employment discrimination. The woman, who is Black, says she was harassed and ultimately fired because of her race and gender. Harassed by a security guard According to the Kansas City Star’s report on the lawsuit, the woman worked at the hospital as a medical support assistant in the radiology department. In January 2020, she arrived to work, but the door to the MRI room was locked. The woman walked to a door to the emergency department to ask to get the door open. She had recently had foot surger ..read more
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KC seeks reforms after discrimination charges at fire department
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by monte.olmsted@thomsonreuters.com
2y ago
Racial discrimination and sexual harassment in the workplace – or anywhere for that matter — are, to put it bluntly, despicable, repugnant and unforgivable. They also are illegal. Both issues came to the forefront recently thanks to a three-part series written by reporters of the Kansas City Star newspaper. The newspaper’s reporting disclosed that the Kansas City Fire Department for decades has harbored a culture that accepts systemic racism and harassment, while female firefighters contend sexual harassment is rampant. And now city officials promise reforms to stamp out or at least minimize t ..read more
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The unique discrimination against women of color in public office
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by ryan.white@thomsonreuters.com
2y ago
Among approximately 2,400 elected prosecutors in the United States, only 1.84% of that group represents women of color (for a total of 45 officials). This group of prosecutors reports that they have been the target of a particular brand of discrimination, which some scholars have named, ‘misogynoir.’ Underrepresented demographics in public office Misogynoir describes the particular type of misogyny that women of color experience, a combination of misogyny and racism. As public officials, these prosecutors face elevated hostility compared to most other officials, enduring threats and outspoken ..read more
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The prevalence of workplace discrimination
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by Thornberry Brown, LLC
2y ago
It is an unfortunate fact that certain types of workplace discrimination are common in Missouri and across the country, despite being prohibited by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other laws. While some companies are cognizant of this and are attempting to improve in this regard, far too many employees are the victims of such unlawful behavior. In 2019, the employment review website Glassdoor conducted a survey that produced contrasting results. While more than 75% of the respondents stated that their companies had a diverse group of employees, approximately 60% indicated that th ..read more
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Sex discrimination hurts women on the job
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by Thornberry Brown, LLC
2y ago
Women on the job in Missouri continue to face a range of obstacles to equality in the workplace. While the #MeToo campaign highlighted the scourge of sexual harassment in the workplace, this is only one of the issues that women face on the job. The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing several cases with major implications for the legal understanding of sex discrimination in American workplaces. Several federal appeals courts, as well as the Department of Justice during the Obama administration, argued that sex discrimination includes within its ambit discrimination against LGBT workers on the basis o ..read more
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How can everyone contribute to an inclusive environment?
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by Thornberry Brown, LLC
2y ago
Inclusivity is a term you hear often, but putting it into practice is a lot more difficult. While employers are obligated to ensure employees of all races, genders, and orientations feel comfortable in a given working environment, there are things peers can do to ensure the same. In this case, Entrepreneur recommends the following tips to make sure that all workers feel comfortable at the office.  Don’t make assumptions Even the most forward-thinking people are prone to making assumptions. And even relatively harmless assumptions can have a negative impact on the workplace, especially if ..read more
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Employment immigration and discrimination
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by Thornberry Brown, LLC
2y ago
For those who decide to relocate to another country for work, they may have to work through a lot of different challenges. Not only can moving in and of itself be immensely difficult, but there are various legal issues that may surface. Moreover, the workplace can be particularly difficult amidst immigration challenges, and even when things move forward smoothly it can be hard to adjust to a new job in a new country. Regrettably, some people have an especially difficult time due to discrimination. Those who have moved to the U.S. for work purposes should do everything in their power to ensure ..read more
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