The Family and Medical Leave Act, or FMLA, allows new parents, including foster and adoptive parents, eligibility for 12 weeks of leave—unpaid or paid if the employee has earned or accrued it—that may be used for the care of a new child. In order to be eligible, however, an employee must work for an employer that has at least 50 employees within … Read More
7 Common Employment Law Issues
Employment law issues run the complete range from discrimination and harassment at a job to unsafe conditions – but one thing remains the same: If your employer is violating a law, you have legal recourse. Here’s a look at some common employment law issues and what to do about them. 7 Common Employment Law Issues Seven of the most common … Read More
Can You Be Fired for Being Pregnant?
If you’re like many expectant mothers, you’re wondering whether you can be fired for being pregnant – and the answer is no. Under most circumstances, the Family and Medical Leave Act and the Pregnancy Discrimination Act prohibit employers from firing you because you’re pregnant or firing you for pregnancy-related conditions. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t be fired during pregnancy. … Read More
Can You Sue an Employer for Medical Discrimination?
If you’re like many people who have been medically discriminated against, you’re wondering if you can sue an employer for it. Here’s what you need to know. Can You Sue an Employer for Medical Discrimination? In some cases, you can sue an employer for medical discrimination. However, although medical discrimination is illegal, not everyone with a medical condition is protected … Read More
What is Paternity Leave in California?
In the state of California, paternity leave is a right under the law – but what are your rights, and what can you do if your employer denies them? Here’s what you need to know: Paternity leave is generally available to biological, foster and adoptive fathers Fathers must meet certain requirements to take paternity leave Dads may be eligible to … Read More
What is Pregnancy Discrimination?
According to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, pregnancy discrimination involves “involves treating a woman (an applicant or employee) unfavorably because of pregnancy, childbirth, or a medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth. If you’ve been discriminated against for one of these reasons, it may make sense for you to get in touch with a pregnancy discrimination attorney in … Read More
What is FMLA, and How Does it Apply to You?
If you’re like most people in Glendale, Los Angeles, or elsewhere in California, you’ve heard of the Family and Medical Leave Act (commonly called FMLA). But what is it, and how does it apply to every worker in the U.S.—including you? What is the Family and Medical Leave Act, or FMLA? The Family and Medical Leave Act, or FMLA, is … Read More
