Working from home is more popular than ever, and for good reasons. After switching from office jobs to remote employment, workers in Hawaii often save on gas for commuting and enjoy greater flexibility in their workspaces. There are some downsides too, including...
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Workplace discrimination in cardiology
Patients in Hawaii rely on their doctors’ expertise to guide them through diagnosing and treating serious diseases and injuries. Despite confidence from their patients, many doctors continue to face undue scrutiny and poor treatment from others in the workplace....
What to include in an offer of employment
Hiring a new employee is often a time-intensive task. Between posting job openings, reviewing applications and interviewing applicants, the process may have already taken up quite a bit of time. However, the process is not over after deciding on the right candidate....
Caregiver discrimination in the workplace
Families often rely on one another during hard times. Sadly, few workplaces in Hawaii are understanding when it comes to caregiving responsibilities. Those who have to balance job responsibilities with caring for loved ones often feel as if they are failing at both,...
Discrimination against LGBTQ workers a common problem
In general, workers in Hawaii want to be able to pursue a chosen career without worrying about repercussions because of their sexual orientation. Workplace discrimination against the LGBTQ community is still widespread, though. Approximately half of all LGBTQ workers...
Autism discrimination at work
Despite growing awareness of autism and many of its associated symptoms, men and women with autism still experience high rates of workplace discrimination. Autism discrimination often stems from a lack of understanding on the employer’s side. This is not a...
Activision Blizzard allegedly ignored sexual harassment
Video games are a fun hobby for both men and women in Hawaii and elsewhere. However, many employees of the video game developer Activision Blizzard claim that the company really only caters to its male workers. A recent lawsuit alleges that Activision Blizzard not...
Age discrimination is a problem — and it’s getting worse
Living in Hawaii can be expensive, and many people find it helpful to continue working regardless of societal expectations to retire. Unfortunately, the men and women who do keep working in their later years face many obstacles in the workplace. Age discrimination...
Getting the right help for employment disputes
Workers are often at a significant disadvantage in the workplace. When it comes to work-related issues, employers tend to hold most of the power over any given situation. If you are dealing with your own issues in the workplace, you have likely experienced feeling...
What constitutes a hostile workplace in Hawaii?
Going to work is not always a pleasure, especially if a worker knows that challenges will be encountered in the workplace, such as trying to meet a deadline on a big project that is due. Many Hawaii workers also face problems at work because of a hostile environment....