Author: Johnny C. Taylor Jr., Special to USA TODAY

Many companies have policies to protect employees from being bullied. HR professionals have a responsibility to establish a civil workplace for all.

If an employee is facing discrimination, HR can conduct an investigation, guard against retaliation, and determine if any laws have been broken.

Johnny C. Taylor Jr. says companies need to adapt to the new reality that employees talk politics and you can’t stop them.

HR expert Johnny C. Taylor answers questions about discrimination for being a millennial in the workplace and how to celebrate National Boss’s Day

Most employers do background checks, so if you are concerned about a transgression in your past, it’s wise to be honest in a job interview.

Abusive or unprofessional managers are a common workplace problem. Here’s how you can resolve the problem and defuse the stress.

Where you earn your degree is not the most important aspect of your qualifications.

Employees have the right under federal and state law to take a leave of absence to serve as a juror.

If you believe your work can be done virtually but your company doesn’t allow it, ask your HR department.