Putting Employment Issues Behind You
Employees should report sexual harassment as soon as it happens. They need to put an end to the behavior, and they deserve to have a safe work environment. They do not deserve to face sexual harassment or discrimination at the hands of co-workers, supervisors or...
One of the most glaring examples of ableism emerges when employees with disabilities are overlooked for promotions, regardless of their qualifications, experience or performance. This not only limits their professional growth but also deprives organizations of...
If you work overtime hours in California, you deserve a higher pay rate for those additional hours. In fact, this is often why people are excited to work overtime. It is not that someone wants to put in extra hours at work, but they get a significant pay boost, which...
Workers in California have protections that are set by state law that aren’t present in other states. One of these is that employers must pay employees for all time worked, even if it’s just a few minutes. The standard is set by wage and hour laws and court rulings...
You’ve noticed subtle changes in the workplace. You’re no longer being invited to important meetings or being assigned challenging, high-profile projects. You feel like you’re being pushed out of the company, but your boss hasn’t said a word. This phenomenon is known...
Body art has become part of everyday life for many people. Tattoos, piercings and other personal expressions are more socially accepted than in the past. Yet, in the workplace, these choices can sometimes create tension. You might wonder whether showing your body art...
Wrongful termination lawsuits are typically only an option in highly-specific scenarios. Employees asserting that they lost their jobs for inappropriate or illegal reasons generally need proof that either discrimination or retaliation occurred. Many wrongful...
Workplace inclusivity has become a popular conversation in recent years, especially in regard to race, gender and sexuality. However, disability inclusion is often overlooked, misunderstood or treated as an afterthought. While most companies today claim to be equal...
A severance agreement protects an employee after job loss. They have a contract with their employer that allows them to maintain critical benefits and receive pay. Professionals often depend on their severance packages as they seek new positions. Those in...
Employees in California have very specific employment rights, some of which are provided by state law and others that are provided by federal law. If an employee takes legal steps to uphold their rights, their employer can’t retaliate against them. It’s critical that...