If you dread going to work because your work environment is intolerable or uncomfortable, you might wonder if you have grounds for a hostile work environment claim. With so many misconceptions out there about what constitutes a hostile workplace, it is important to...
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Taking action against disability discrimination
Living with a disability can be challenging enough without facing discrimination from your employer. In California, both state and federal laws protect employees with disabilities from discrimination by their employers. If you believe that your employer is...
What are some signs of pregnancy discrimination?
If you are expecting a new baby, you may feel excited about the coming months and growing your family. However, you may also have concerns about how your pregnancy will affect your treatment at work by your employer and other coworkers. It is illegal to discriminate...
Ways employers could steal workers’ wages
Many workers put in long hours to make ends meet. At the end of a pay period, these laborers have the right to receive the due amount of wages for the time they spend at work. However, employers may look for ways to save money by underpaying employees, which is unfair...
3 ways sexual harassment can happen
Sexual harassment is a form of discrimination that is illegal and has no place in the workplace. It can take many forms, and it is important to be aware of the signs of sexual harassment to prevent it from occurring. Here are some ways that sexual harassment can...
They fight back when you speak up
You go to the management office to discuss working conditions. Maybe you noticed constantly slippery floors, maybe the facility temperature is dangerous or maybe you even witnessed civil rights violations. The next thing you know, they are pushing you out of the...
Independent contractor versus employee in California
In 2019, California adopted a new law that more clearly defined employment status in the state. It clearly distinguishes an employee from an independent contractor and identifies exceptions to the stringent requirements under the law. Unfortunately, in many cases,...
New California law extends window to pursue assault claims
The usual statute of limitations for filing a sexual assault claim in California is one year from the date of the last incident. However, a law that took effect at the start of 2023, extends the window for some victims to file claims for financial compensation. How...
What is harassment based on genetic information?
All employees have the right to a non-hostile workplace. Employers cannot discriminate against you as an employee or applicant because of your genetic information. Under the EEOC, employers cannot request or purchase genetic information. The EEOC covers employees and...
What do you need to know about age discrimination?
Age discrimination is a prevalent problem in U.S. workplaces and has been for decades. To combat the issue, Congress passed the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967. Per the U.S. Department of Labor, ADAE protects individuals who are at least 40 years of age...