After the recent tornadoes that devastated towns throughout multiple states, we all heard allegations that some employers threatened workers with termination if they left work as conditions worsened. So far, at least one lawsuit has been filed. Others are likely to...
Year: 2021
Look out for these signs of pregnancy discrimination
Workers across California have a right to work in an environment that is free from hostility. Sadly, this is not always the case and employees can face discrimination. Discrimination can take on many forms, such as sexism, racism, ableism and the stereotyping of...
How do you prove wrongful termination in California?
Unless the reason was obvious or anticipated, most dismissals usually come as a surprise. In those situations, many employees will automatically assume they have been wrongfully terminated without realizing that this legal term only applies to limited scenarios. ...
Are non-disclosure agreements effectively dead in California?
For decades, any time a company wanted to quash rumors and complaints about everything from a racially hostile workplace to a powerful executive who couldn’t keep his hands to himself, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) came out. These agreements would be offered with a...
Documenting sexual harassment in the workplace: What to know
Inappropriate touching, jokes and comments that are sexual in nature are just some of the examples of acts that qualify as sexual harassment. Unfortunately, sexual harassment is a major issue in the workplace throughout the United States, and it is something that both...
A company may try to hide age discrimination in hiring
Worried that a company won’t hire you because of your age? If they discriminated against you and you’re over 40, that’s illegal. You aren’t guaranteed to get the job, of course, but you cannot be denied on account of your age alone. Companies know this. There are very...
Can you be kept on-call during your rest break?
Workers in California generally work extremely hard for their employers. As a result, employers are expected to offer adequate rest times and meal breaks. In fact, the law in California requires employees to be given a 10-minute paid break for each hour they work....
Wrongfully fired? Preserve your dignity and your future
Getting fired is one of the most unpleasant things that can happen to you -- especially when you believe your termination was illegal. The steps you take next can have a significant impact on your future. Even if you aren’t sure what you should do next, you...
How to tell you are being discriminated against in the workplace
When you go to work, you expect to be in an environment where respect is cherished. With that kind of foundation, productivity, work quality and communication can thrive. However, it is not unusual to come across a workplace that does not treat all workers the same....
Can your employer make you choose between worship and work?
Employers should treat workers with dignity regardless of their protected characteristics like race, medical conditions, sex and religion. Unfortunately, some employers are hostile toward people with specific characteristics. Religious discrimination violates...