Navigating the landscape of employment laws in California requires understanding the latest regulations that protect workers' rights. For example, recent developments concerning sick leave, meal periods and rest breaks are all provisions that have recently been...
No one should face workplace harassment due to their religion, race or other protected characteristic. Still, it remains an unfortunate reality for many employees. If you are the target of unwelcome, offensive behavior from a co-worker, informing your employer can...
Fatherhood should never be treated like an afterthought in employment. Under California law, it is recognized as a vital part of early childhood development. Both new mothers and fathers have the right to take time off when they expand their family. Family leave is...
Workplace retaliation is when an employer takes negative action toward an employee in response to some type of formal complaint. For example, maybe the employee alleges that they are being sexually harassed by the CEO of the company. The CEO then fires that employee....
In today’s work environment, inclusivity and diversity are no longer just buzzwords but crucial federal law requirements. Under the ADA, employers are obligated to provide reasonable accommodations for those applicants and workers with disabilities. These...
It takes a pretty bold employer to openly flout state and federal rules against age discrimination in the workplace, but that doesn’t mean the problem has gone away. A subtle phenomenon known as “quiet firing” has emerged as a covert strategy employers can use to...
Facing discrimination at your workplace can take a toll on your mental and emotional well-being. It can also hinder your ability to perform optimally and obstruct career advancement opportunities. Understandably, you may contemplate quitting your job in the face of...
When you think about workplace sexual harassment, it may bring to mind people being harassed by their colleagues or bosses. Clearly, an employer has a duty to act in such cases. But what about when it is initiated by someone who does not work for the victim’s...
Sexual harassment is an issue in many workplaces. The people who experience harassment often feel unable to protect themselves. Many harassment cases rely primarily on an individual's claims rather than verifiable evidence. People worry that older or...
Meticulously examining your severance agreement is crucial in protecting your employee rights and negotiating a favorable offer. However, if you focus solely on the contents of the document, your rights related to the actual signing of the agreement might slip your...
