The Department of Fair Employment and Housing, or DFEH, handles California employment discrimination law and its enforcement. Discrimination occurs when someone receives less favorable treatment because they have a specific characteristic – one that’s protected by law – and if it’s happened to you, you could have legal recourse. California Employment Discrimination Law and Its Enforcement California’s Fair Employment and … Read More
What is Language Discrimination?
Language discrimination is an unfair – and often illegal – employment practice that affects many Californians. But what is language discrimination, and what does it look like in action? Here’s what you need to know: Language discrimination can be a form of national origin discrimination Employers must treat applicants and employees fairly when it comes to the languages they speak … Read More
What is National Origin Discrimination?
National origin discrimination can be incredibly hurtful – and it’s also illegal. But what is national origin discrimination, and what can you do if you’ve been a victim of it? For most people, a good first step is to talk to an employment lawyer. What is National Origin Discrimination? National origin discrimination involves treating job applicants or employees unfavorably because … Read More
Racial Discrimination in the Workplace: What You Need to Know
Racial discrimination in the workplace is a very real problem in the United States. Sometimes it’s easy to spot – but other times, it’s subtle enough that you’re not sure it actually happened. So how can you tell if you’ve been a victim of racial discrimination in the workplace? Racial Discrimination in the Workplace: What You Need to Know … Read More
Sexual Harassment Definition
Sexual harassment is a type of harassment in a workplace (or in some other situations) that involves unwanted sexual remarks or even sexual advances. But there’s more to it than that – and if you’ve been the victim of sexual harassment, you could be entitled to financial compensation. Sexual Harassment Definition The definition of sexual harassment, according to the U.S. … Read More
What is Wrongful Dismissal?
California employment law is very clear: Wrongful dismissal is illegal. But what is wrongful dismissal, and what can you do if your employer illegally fires you? What is Wrongful Dismissal? Wrongful dismissal, typically called wrongful termination, is what occurs when an employer fires or terminates an employee for reasons involving discrimination, whistleblowing, or making complaints about discrimination. It can also … Read More