legal controls over employment Flashcards
what is discrimination in employment
choosing one person over another based on characteristics like race, gender, or religion
what is minimum wage
the minimum amount per hour that all employers must pay workers by law
what is gender discrimination in employment
when businesses treat employees unfairly based on their gender, such as offering different wages or promotions
why must businesses avoid discrimination
to ensure fairness, comply with legal requirements, and foster equality in the workplace
what is an example of avoiding gender discrimination
advertising for a “police officer” instead of specifying “policeman”
what does the disability act require businesses to do
avoid discrimination, classify employees by skills, provide facilities like wheelchair ramps, and accommodate medical needs
how must businesses address race and religion discrimination
they must ensure equal treatment, allow religious attire like burkas or turbans, and provide training to encourage workplace equality
how must businesses handle sexual preference discrimination
they must not discriminate or allow harassment or bullying based on sexual preference, following local law
how should businesses treat employees of different ages
they must ensure equal pay for equally skilled employees regardless of age and provide opportunities for older employees
why do governments impose minimum wage laws
to benefit disadvantaged workers, like women, to reduce poverty by raising incomes of low earners, to increase living standards, promoting economic growth
how does minimum wage benefit businesses
motivated employees reduce absenteeism, increase productivity, and improve profits
how can increased wages impact employee commitment
employees may focus on one job instead of multiple, leading to better dedication
what is an effect of minimum wage on production costs
it raises production costs, potentially leading to increased product prices
how does minimum wage improve disposable income
it raises low-wage earners’ incomes, increasing their purchasing power and benefiting businesses
