Even when a sexual harassment case feels fairly straightforward, it’s important to look at the power dynamics in the relationship. What you’ll often find is that these play a significant role in how the harassment occurs and why it is possible. To some degree, many...
Social media has become a powerful tool for staying connected and expressing personal opinions. However, if you are involved in an employment dispute, whether it involves wrongful termination, harassment or discrimination, it’s important to exercise caution when...
People dealing with disabling medical conditions have the same basic needs as anyone else. They need to earn enough income to support themselves and their children. They generally want to pursue meaningful employment that provides them with their compensation and...
Employees sometimes believe that dress codes are too restrictive. They want more freedom of expression and the ability to wear whatever they choose at work. Being required to wear a uniform or even adhere to a business casual dress code may feel like a violation of...
Most people know that workplace sexual harassment is illegal. However, they may struggle to define sexual harassment or give clear examples of it. Typically, there are two different types of sexual harassment. People who learn about what constitutes sexual harassment...
In the vibrant tapestry of California's workforce, employees wear more than a uniform or business attire – they carry with them the threads of their cultural and religious identities. With its diverse population, California's workplaces are microcosms of global...
In California, workers have strong rights when it comes to fair pay and working conditions. Even so, violations of wage and hour laws are on the rise. With California’s robust labor regulations, employees expect fair wages and proper treatment. Yet, many find...
Workers often have to balance their personal lives with their professional obligations. Employers often behave as though workers do not have lives outside of their jobs despite them having families, hobbies and possibly school obligations. Occasionally, employers can...
Every new year brings changes to California employment law. Typically, these changes expand the rights of workers. The upcoming new year is no exception. Here we’ll look at just two pieces of legislation signed into law recently by Gov. Gavin Newsom that expand...
Making a living can be fulfilling, especially when the pay is fair. A person's earnings are usually predictable based on the discussions and negotiations during the hiring process. An employment arrangement should also have a contract indicating how much an individual...
