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...
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...
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....
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...
When employers discriminate based on disability, they are breaking the law. In order to help disabled employees thrive in the workplace, employers are required to provide certain accommodations, provided they are reasonable and necessary. Such accommodations take many...
If you are an older worker in America, you are protected by the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. This act makes sure that you are not discriminated against due to being 40 or older. In 2021, many workers lost their jobs due to the dip in the economy. What is...
As a worker in 2021, you know well that you have rights if you become pregnant. You should not have to fear losing your job as a result. Firing you for being pregnant is illegal, offering you some stability and the chance to choose the life you want for yourself. ...
It’s very normal for employees to feel less than enthralled about a workplace dress code. They may not enjoy being told what to wear or may even resent being given a specific uniform. But is a dress code actually legal? Do employers have a right to tell you what to...
Assembly Bill (AB) 2992 went into effect here in California on Jan. 1. This new state law allows crime victims to take leave to address their health and safety concerns without fear of losing their job. This new law carries the protections offered under Labor Code...
As you get older, you may notice that the way you’re treated on the job changes. While that shouldn’t happen, it’s an unfortunate part of the aging process. New employees might nickname you “grandma” or “grandpa,” or your employer may start taking tasks away from you...
