Being mistreated on the job can be both emotionally draining and psychologically damaging. In extreme cases, it may also be legally actionable. If you were mistreated by your supervisor or if you suffered a great deal of mental anguish as a result of poor conditions at work, you may be wondering: Can I sue my… Read More
The California state statute that protects job applicants and employees from discrimination based upon disability is the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). The FEHA prohibits California employers from engaging in discriminatory acts on account of a person’s disabilities, including: Physical conditions; Mental disabilities; Certain other medical conditions, even if not technically “disabilities;” or, Some… Read More
California is an at-will employment state. That means that, as a general rule, employers have the right to hire and fire workers at any time and for any reason. But, there are limitations to an employer’s discretion: companies cannot discharge workers for an unlawful reason. As an example, the California Fair Housing and Employment Act… Read More
What is Considered “At-Will” Employment in California? According to California law, an “at-will” employment in the state of California defines a working relationship with an employee that can be terminated for any reason by their employer. This can happen without any type of warning from the employer in the state of California. An employee under… Read More
What is considered a hostile work environment in California? It goes by many names, but the conditions and impact are the same: a workplace is so stressful that it begins to impact employees’ physical and mental health, instills fear, and causes decreased job satisfaction. Many people have challenging jobs, and many more probably feel as… Read More
If you or someone you know is the victim of sexual harassment, do not try to fight this battle on your own. Understanding Sexual Harassment Statute of Limitations in California According to the Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH), the statute of limitations for filing a claim alleging sexual harassment in California is one… Read More
Does California Guarantee “Paternity Leave” to Dads? [Updated 2020] The structure of American society has changed dramatically over the last several decades. A greater percentage of fathers are now taking off time from work to care for and bond with their newborn children. According to the United States Department of Labor, 90 percent of fathers… Read More
Federal and California State Laws Protect Employees from Hostile Work Environments What is an example of a hostile work environment? The answer(s): it’s not always clear. California employees who feel intimidated, scared, or distressed often need clarity about whether they are trapped in a hostile work environment. It is important to understand that many different… Read More
Despite the many laws and regulations that are in place to prevent wrongful practices in the workplace, things like discrimination, sexual harassment, and retaliation occur on a daily basis. Unfortunately, because these wrongs are often slight, they are hardly ever noticed by anyone but the victim, and the offender is rarely held accountable. At Workplace… Read More
California is an at-will employment state. Companies have the authority to let workers go for a wide range of different reasons — potentially even for ill-advised or largely frivolous reasons. When it comes to hiring and firing, employers in our state retain a considerable amount of discretion. That being said, employers cannot remove a worker… Read More