As someone who lives and works in the United States, you have the right to have your religious preferences respected by others. The First Amendment gives you the right to believe what you want and to be free from social consequences for your religious beliefs and...
Month: November 2020
Can I take paid time off work if my child is ill?
Balancing work and family can be challenging, especially when a family member is sick. The U.S. is one of the few countries that does not give employees paid time off when they need to care for a family member. In Pennsylvania, you are entitled to 12 weeks of unpaid...
Was I a victim of sexual harassment at work?
When the MeToo Movement swept the United States in 2017, many were surprised to find out how rampant sexual harassment is in the workplace. Others realized that they had been victims of sexual harassment at one time or worked in a hostile workplace, where subtle forms...
What can professors do when their tenure is at stake?
At its best, tenure allows professors to speak freely and share controversial ideas without risking professional consequences. Yet, tenure does not shield them when they commit professional or criminal misconduct. Nor does it protect professors from the effects of...