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The Fair Labor Standards Act provides critical protections to U.S. workers, including a way for them to demand accountability from an employer who has violated wage laws. You could have grounds for such a claim if your employer has failed to pay you at least minimum wage, pay you for the total hours you’ve worked, […]
Worker classification in California affects how people get paid and the types of legal protections they receive. State law sets clear standards for determining whether a worker is a California employee vs. an independent contractor. This classification affects which wage and hour laws apply to the worker, including their entitlement to minimum wages, overtime, rest […]
Many new mothers must return to work before they stop lactating. This means they must take time periodically to pump breast milk. However, in years past, less understanding American employers often would refuse to grant breaks to pump or give new mothers privacy to perform this necessary task. In 2010, Congress passed a law called […]
Nurses and health care workers have notoriously busy shifts, especially in a hospital setting. However, if you work as a nurse, the law entitles you to certain break and rest periods. Learn more about the California break and rest laws for health care workers to ensure your fair treatment on the job. Meal break requirements California employers […]
In a recent decision, the U.S. Supreme Court held that the 1964 Civil Rights Act protects lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender workers from sex discrimination in employment. At the time of the ruling, California already offered similar protections to members of the LGBT community. While firing an employee because he or she is gay likely violates both […]
A recent job injury left you unable to work for a few weeks or months. While your employer has workers’ compensation, you either lost your job during recovery or soon after returning to work. Is either practice considered wrongful termination? Chron has answers that may help. Take steps to protect your rights and your position. Legitimate […]
California workers have the right to work without fear of discrimination. This goes for pregnant women as well. Unfortunately, discrimination against pregnant women can take surprising forms. In some cases, it is hard to tell you are facing discrimination. It is important to understand the covert signs of pregnancy discrimination. This allows you to fight […]
Employers are responsible for creating a safe work environment and protecting employees free from discrimination and harassment. TIME reports that despite this ethical requirement, many workplaces in the United States have claims of misconduct filed against them. While many people believe women to be the sole victims of this type of abuse, men are also on the […]
Employees who have lost their jobs unexpectedly may file a legal action against a former employer over a wrongful termination. Although a firing may seem like a “wrongful” act to a terminated employee, many individuals could have a misconception regarding how the courts interpret a company’s actions. California labor laws generally consider most employer-employee relationships […]
When you experience sexual harassment at work it may do more than impact your productivity. It may also lead to emotional or mental health issues. If you speak out about it, it may even result in retaliation or termination. According to the Mercury News, a large percentage of employees who file sexual harassment claims against […]
