The news media often cover stories about sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace, but the fact is that the majority of such cases go unnoticed by the public. Instead, they are resolved quietly with out-of-court settlements covered by non-disclosure...
Harassment: quid pro quo versus hostile work environment
Neither employees nor employers want to see harassment occur within the workplace. For the employee, it can be degrading, frustrating and make it impossible to do your job effectively. For the employer, it can damage every aspect of your business, from morale to...
Can I pursue damages if I was fired due to discrimination?
If you lose your job due to a disability, you may feel angry, sad and frustrated. Likewise, employers do not want to do wrong by their employees and wrongfully terminate one. If an employee suffers wrongful termination due to discrimination, they may be able to seek...
Reasonable accommodations and undue hardships
Being disabled does not mean you cannot hold down a job. Many disabled employees are gainfully employed and are valuable workers. Sometimes a disabled employee needs some accommodations to perform their job duties. California law recognizes this need and requires...
Proving a wrongful termination
Losing a job is an emotional and difficult event to go through. This is not only challenging because it means one’s income has stopped, but it could also harm one’s reputation. As such, an employee should be well informed of their situation and whether they were...
Helping you take legal action against sexual harassment
Whether one works in the office, a worksite, from their home or multiple locations, employees in California expect to be safe and treated appropriately. Unfortunately, employees may encounter situations that are uncomfortable. These situations could raise to the level...
Taking a stand against discrimination
California has been at the forefront of attempting to address and curtail discrimination in the workplace for decades now. The fight isn’t always easy. Yes, there are leaders in government and, quite frankly, in the business community who recognize this problem and...
Salaried employees may be entitled to overtime pay
Many times, it makes more sense for an employer to pay an employee a flat salary instead of an hourly wage. A salary is a norm in many professions and trades. Dollar for dollar, salaried employees are perceived to make more than their hourly counterparts. Moreover, a...
What are your options when discrimination threatens your career?
It can be hard to believe that discrimination in the workplace is still such a significant issue in today’s society. Many states, California included, have made great strides in addressing this problem, yet it remains a concern. So, what are your options when...
Fighting for your company in employment law litigation
Any company or organization in California that finds itself embroiled in litigation likely finds the effort to be a drain on resources. But, when it comes to allegations of employment law violations, fighting back and doing so in a steadfast manner may be the only...