You go to work, and the employer pays the cheque into your account at the end of each week or month. That, as far as many people are concerned, is the basic equation of their job. That’s not to say many don’t also enjoy their work. Yet the wage is just one part of the...
If you are 40 or older and something feels off at work, you may not be imagining things. Age discrimination often starts quietly, showing up as a gradual shift in how your manager interacts with you, what projects land on your desk, and which decisions you are no...
When poor performance is given as the reason for your dismissal, it's easy to assume the decision is beyond challenge. After all, employers generally have the right to terminate employees for legitimate performance-related reasons. However, an employer cannot use...
A severance agreement is sometimes offered to employees when a company is ready for them to depart. This type of agreement may contain a variety of terms that can affect how you move forward after you leave an employer. Severance agreements typically depend on an...
You spent years building expertise, earning trust and delivering results. Then, without a clear explanation, you found yourself out of a job. Your replacement is younger and earning less than you were. It may feel like a business decision, but in California, it may...
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...
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...
Some disabilities aren’t immediately visible, yet they can still deeply affect a person’s daily life and ability to work. Many people live with conditions that others can’t see, but that doesn’t make their struggles any less real. Invisible disabilities, such as...
