Category: Firm News
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
At some point when a workplace hires you, you might receive a small booklet known as an employee handbook. This piece of literature is something you want to pay close attention to, not only because it lays out important policies you need to know for your job, but it might also prevent your employer from […]
Since the passage of the Civil Rights Act in the 1960’s, the United States has been trying to eliminate discrimination in many areas of society, including in the workplace. Over the years, many pieces of legislation have been enacted at both the federal level and the state level with this goal in mind. While progress […]
If you have a physical or mental disability, you undoubtedly realize that 1990’s Americans with Disabilities Act protects you from discrimination in the workplace. This protection applies both in terms of the jobs you apply for and the jobs you get. Furthermore, all but the smallest employers must provide you with reasonable accommodations once they […]
When conditions at work become hostile, many California workers consider finding greener pastures. But sometimes, hostility from an employer indicates a more serious problem than simply finding a new job. Constructive dismissal, also known as constructive termination or discharge, is a form of wrongful termination in which an employer makes workplace conditions so unreasonable that […]
As people get older, they may think their knowledge and practical experience make them an excellent employee. However, getting older may cause people to face discrimination in their workplace. It is important for people to recognize the signs of age discrimination. Many people might think that age discrimination occurs any time someone mentions age. According […]
Understanding employment law in California can be a bit confusing, given that California has its own very extensive employment laws in addition to the one set out by the federal government. However, it is vital that you understand how the law works in order to ensure that you are not being taken advantage of by […]