Employees have specific protections under federal and state labor laws. One of these is that their employer can’t retaliate against them if they engage in a protected activity. This ensures that employees can participate in those activities freely. Understanding what...
Whether or not you have to give two weeks' notice when you quit your job depends on the type of employment agreement you accepted when you took that job. Most workers are at-will employees. This just means that there is an agreement between them and their employer....
Disability discrimination at work can feel overwhelming. If you think your employer treated you unfairly because of a disability, you can report it. Understanding the process may help you take the first steps toward addressing the situation. What counts as disability...
The California Family Rights Act (CFRA) is a crucial state statute that reinforces and expands upon the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). It protects the rights of workers to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave in qualifying circumstances. The law allows...
Federal law and state employment statutes protect people from discrimination. There are numerous protected characteristics that should not affect an individual's access to housing, education or employment opportunities. Religion is one of the characteristics that...
Well-compensated employees often have contracts that include generous benefits based on their personal performance or the employer’s profits. Other times, workers may receive bonuses around the holidays as a way of sharing the company's good fortune with them. If an...
Severance pay can help to take the sting out of an unexpected job loss. During layoffs or individual terminations, workers often face immediate financial hardship due to a sudden loss of income. Severance packages help reduce the immediate economic harm experienced...
You may notice a shift in your workplace after years of dedicated service. The institutional knowledge you provide is a significant asset to any company. However, some Los Angeles tech firms prioritize lower payroll costs over the value of your experience. It is...
After experiencing sexual harassment, you may feel shaken and unsure if this one incident is enough to meet the legal standard. That question is common, especially if this is your first experience. Under California law, a single incident can be enough in some cases....
Many California workers avoid talking about pay with colleagues because they fear it could cost them their job. This worry often comes from old workplace cultures or policies that push employees to keep quiet about wages. The truth is that both federal and state law...
