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As a California employee, you maintain certain employment rights. If you engage in something the United States sees as a “protected activity” and then your employer takes some type of adverse action against you because you engaged in that protected activity, you may...
As someone who performs work for another person or business in California in exchange for money, how the paying party classifies you matters. There are important differences between being an actual employee and being an independent contractor. Yet, sometimes, whether...
If you work in the service industry, tips are probably a large part of your income. How much you make in tips might even be higher than your hourly wage, which is common in bars and restaurants. While you may have to tip out bartenders, bussers and other coworkers, it...
Wage and hour violations take different forms, whether you do not receive overtime pay or your employer refuses to pay back wages. It is also important to familiarize yourself with minimum wage laws in California and promptly address any violations of your rights as...
Under California law, employers must pay nonexempt employees who work more than eight hours each day overtime pay. The overtime rate is one and half times an employee's regular salary for hours over eight or under 12 in a day. The law contains several exemptions for...
Liking the people you work with can make a considerable difference in your productivity and morale. However, forming inappropriate friendships at work may cause other people to feel uncomfortable and could negatively impact your performance. Finding a balance between...
Whether your employer refuses to pay the overtime you deserve or you face sexual harassment, a wide variety of violations can occur in the workplace. In addition, many workers have to deal with serious consequences as a result of discrimination, which can take place...
Many employees across California and the nation face some type of discrimination in the workplace. Yet, for members of the LGBTQ community, the chance of falling victim to such treatment is much higher. Research shows that almost half of all LGBTQ workers across the...
As an independent contractor, you do not enjoy the same kinds of benefits that you would have as an employee. On the other hand, you have more latitude to determine how you carry out your work. In the event an employer exerts greater control over your work practices,...
Allegations of retaliation can put your business in jeopardy. If your company receives a complaint of discrimination, you may feel frustrated. However, the most important thing for you is to listen and treat all your employees with respect, particularly those who...
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