Workers in the United States are very fortunate, as their rights are strongly protected by labor laws. Among the most fundamental of these is the right to fair pay for all hours worked. Federal regulations exist to ensure that employers offer fair compensation to...
Employment Law And Personal Injury Attorneys
Month: November 2018
What rights do workers without documentation have?
One segment of the American workforce often remains in the shadows: undocumented workers. Their rights and protections are not always evident, even though these individuals are a part of the economy. According to Pew Research data, more than eight million undocumented...
Documenting sexual harassment in the workplace
Workplace sexual harassment occurs in virtually all California industries and can affect both men and women. Documenting instances of it helps shine a spotlight on this common issue while reducing the chances of it happening again, so it is important to know what to...
Understanding your rights during maternity leave
In today's modern workforce, women have made significant strides in their professional careers. Despite that progress, issues of employee rights during maternity leave persist. One concerning situation that women sometimes face is being fired while on maternity leave....
What is employee misclassification in California?
Navigating California's employment landscape requires understanding labor laws that are important for employees. One issue that has risen to prominence in recent years is employee misclassification. A study by the University of California, Berkley found that between...
Steps to take when experiencing sexual harassment
California workers have protection from sexual harassment under The Civil Rights Act of 1964 and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act; however, workers must initiate the process to activate legal safeguards. By following a few critical steps, you can ensure...
3 organizational risk factors for sexual harassment
While no California professional industry is immune to sexual harassment, research shows that this type of behavior is more common in some professional settings than it is in others. Certain work conditions seem to “set the stage” for sexual harassment, and it is...
Retaliation and protected activities
At work, it is pivotal for employees to have a clear understanding of their rights. Discrimination, sexual harassment, wrongful termination and other violations continue to occur too often, and victims should not hesitate to speak out and address mistreatment....
Signs of workplace discrimination you should watch out for
There are many types of behavior that we understand are discriminatory in the workplace, such as racist jokes or sexually harassing conduct. However, there are many types of discriminatory acts that can happen that are more subtle and could easily be ignored if you do...
How common is age discrimination?
If you are a job applicant or worker over 40, you could have concerns about how your age could affect your position or career opportunities. It is crucial to recognize any mistreatment immediately and understand how the law protects you as a current or prospective...