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...
California wants every worker to feel safe and respected at work. The state requires employers to provide sexual-harassment training to prevent misconduct. The goal is to help workers recognize what harassment looks like, understand how to stop it, and learn how to...
Are you earning less than your colleagues, missing overtime pay or working without the benefits you deserve? It can be outright frustrating and confusing. For many workers in California, this isn’t bad luck – it’s misclassification. You may be labeled an independent...
Employers may terminate employees who join class action lawsuits. However, doing so under certain circumstances may violate California labor laws. If you’re involved in a wage and hour dispute and notice changes at work, it’s important to understand what the law...
Sexual harassment continues to be a significant issue in workplaces across the country. For all the hope instilled by the #MeToo movement, the problem refuses to go away. The rise in working flexibility, with many working partially or fully from home, cafes or even...
Employment discrimination is typically based on a person’s characteristics, like age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion and disability. However, there are many other ways that employers can discriminate against applicants and employees. For example, up until...
A class action employment case involves a group of employees who bring a legal claim together against their employer. Instead of each person filing a separate case, the group is treated as one unit in court. This process can be more efficient and may help address...
Standing up for your rights at work shouldn't put your future at risk. But it's natural to worry whether that choice will follow you into job searches. Some employers look into legal histories, but not all lawsuits appear in background checks. Knowing what’s visible...
Stalking is one of the most alarming forms of workplace sexual harassment. It can leave workers feeling unsafe, stressed and isolated on the job. Whether it involves unwanted attention from a coworker, supervisor or even a client, stalking can seriously affect a...
Some employers are practicing a trend called “quiet firing.” Quiet firing happens when an employer subtly creates an unstable work environment for employees to force them to quit rather than formally firing them. This often happens when an employer wants to avoid...
