Women in the workplace must navigate challenges that men may be ignorant of or disregard. For example, a pregnant working woman has a lot to consider and may fear for their job. Pregnant working women have no reason to feel shame. However, not every employer practices...
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Year: 2022
Frequently asked whistleblower questions
Are you concerned about activity at your Hawaii job that is not above board? You have a right to report this behavior without fear of repercussions. Here are three frequently asked questions about reporting unethical or illegal behavior in the workplace, also known as...
Tips for protecting yourself against “at will” termination
In most cases, Hawaii employers operate under "at will" labor law which means that they do not have to give you a reason or cause for firing you. Even so, it is possible to hold employers accountable and protect your job. There are several scenarios in which union...
3 common types of workplace discrimination in Hawaii
Workplace discrimination refers to the unjust treatment of an applicant or employee because of a fundamental characteristic of who that person is, including race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and disability. In Hawaii,...
Four signs that point to wrongful termination in Hawaii
If you are a resident of Hawaii and were recently fired from your job, you may have questions about the legality of your termination. Hawaii is an "at will" state, meaning that employers do not have to provide a reason for letting you go in most cases, but there are...
Is disability discrimination occurring in your workplace?
Whether you have a disability or not, you can recognize the injustice of discrimination against yourself and your coworkers. Nobody should have less of a chance at a successful career because of a disability, and everybody should receive reasonable accommodations to...
What should you do if you face sexual harassment in Hawaii?
Under Hawaii and federal law, sexual harassment is illegal. Sexual harassment can include requests for sexual acts, sexual advances and other forms of implicit and explicit conduct. All Hawaii employers that have 15 or more employees are subject to the jurisdiction of...
Understanding and proving workplace retaliation
Workplace retaliation occurs when a manager or other leader in the company uses their position and power to punish an employee for exercising a legal right or reporting illegal behavior. Retaliation may include firing, demoting, preventing a promotion, denying...
What constitutes religious discrimination in the workplace?
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, treating an employee differently because of their religion is illegal. Additionally, employers must provide accommodations that allow their employees to practice their beliefs in the workplace. The laws apply to all employees...
Can you be fired in Hawaii for filing a complaint about your boss?
If you find yourself in a toxic work environment, you may feel compelled to file a complaint about a boss that is contributing to the problem. It would be no surprise if you felt an underlying fear of retaliation if you were to do so. You can take steps toward...