Under the Microscope
Q: I was informed by the Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division that I am under investigation. They wouldn’t tell me why I was
August 6, 2022
Other Workplace Issues Articles by Rich Proulx
Pride and Posture
Q: I am a transgender individual—anatomically male, but I identify as female—and I am preparing for sexual reassignment surgery. My general attire is that of
July 8, 2022
Scrutiny Mutiny
Q: Recently I applied to teach math at a private school. The application was extremely thorough. Maybe too thorough? It asked for my nationality, height
July 8, 2022
Because Inquiring Minds Want to Ask
Q: When I interview job applicants I want to know, have they been fired before? Do they have a drinking problem? Have they ever used
July 8, 2022
Women and the Law
Q: I am a victim of domestic violence. Two weeks ago, I needed to take time off work to go to court and get a
July 8, 2022
Working Romance…Loves Me, Loves Me Not
Q: I just started my dream job. I love the mission, I care about the work I’m doing and the people who work there are
July 8, 2022
Fun with the Family Medical Leave Act
Q: One of my employees just told me he needs to take leave because one of his family members is ill and he’s the only one
July 8, 2022
Rounded Out
Q: I have been trying to get a job in retail, unsuccessfully. I am overweight. Whenever I drop off applications, I see all the sales
July 8, 2022
Not Caught Red Handed
Q: I was fired the other day for stealing. I didn’t do it and I know that other people gave merchandise to their families. Can
July 8, 2022