Employment Law

Workplace discrimination should never be based on protected classes. This is often seen during the hiring process. An employer cannot specifically decline to hire someone because of their gender, for example, or deny a candidate based on their race or ethnic...

Power dynamics and sexual harassment are closely intertwined. In fact, there are those who have said that sexual harassment is more about power than it is about sex. It can be nearly impossible to separate the two. They connect in a few key ways. For one thing, a...

Not all terminations happen with a pink slip. Sometimes, employers force their workers out by making their work environment so unbearable that resignation becomes the only option. In California, this is known as constructive discharge. This is a form of wrongful...

When an employer hands you a severance package, the urge to sign quickly can be strong. You might want your money quickly or want to put a job loss behind you. However, severance agreements are legally binding contracts designed to protect your employer from future...

Many people worry that reporting illegal or unethical behavior at their workplace could cost them their job, reputation and career. However, employees have legal protections under federal and state laws that allow them to report workplace misconduct.  Employees can...

We have previously discussed the rights of pregnant employees in California. These are essential for women who want or need to balance having a child and remaining in the workforce. The road to parenthood is not always smooth. It can involve setbacks and heartbreak....

Pregnancy discrimination is strictly prohibited in employment situations. There are many ways that this can occur, with the most obvious being when someone is experiencing a current pregnancy. If an employee is discriminated against based on their status as a pregnant...

It is very clear to most employees that they should not be discriminated against based on a current pregnancy. A woman who has been working in her current position for years with no complaints and gets immediately fired after informing her boss that she has become...

Pregnancy can change how you feel at work, but California law sets clear rules about how employers must treat you. These laws focus on fairness, health, and job protection. Understanding your rights helps you make informed decisions during this time. Protection from...

As an employee in California, it’s illegal for your employer to retaliate against you for asserting your workplace rights or taking part in a legally protected activity. This includes reporting discrimination, raising safety concerns, requesting legally mandated...