California labor laws are designed to protect workers from bad business practices, and they’re pretty comprehensive. In many cases, California’s laws are more protective of workers than federal laws are, and courts here generally fall back on the laws that provide more protection when an issue arises. But what do California labor laws cover? Here’s what you need to know. … Read More
What is the Telephone Consumer Protection Act?
If you’re like many people all over Glendale and Los Angeles, you’re tired of robocalls – but you still get them. Unwanted telemarketing calls, too. While there are a few things you can do to prevent them, you need to know that under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991, you may have legal recourse. What is the Telephone Consumer … Read More
California Laws on Commission Pay
In the state of California, laws for commission pay apply to all workers who earn them. Some of the most common commission-based careers include: Appointment-setters Independent sales representatives Insurance sales agents Literary agents Loan officers Real estate agents Salespeople who go door-to-door Salon workers and stylists Telemarketers Types of Commission-Based Jobs There are generally three types of commission-based jobs. First, … Read More
Can I Sue for Wrongful Termination?
Can you sue for wrongful termination? In some cases, you absolutely can – but there are specific circumstances that allow you to sue your employer for wrongful termination. Can I Sue for Wrongful Termination? In many cases, an employer is well within its rights to fire an employee. The vast majority of workers in the U.S. are at-will employees, which … Read More
Age Discrimination Laws in California
California law prohibits age discrimination, but what are the exact age discrimination laws? Is there anything you can do if an employer or potential employer has discriminated against you? Age Discrimination Laws in California In the state of California, as well as under federal law, employers aren’t allowed to use an employee’s age to make employment decisions if the employee … Read More
What is FEHA?
The Fair Employment and Housing Act, or FEHA, is a law that protects employees from discrimination, harassment and retaliation at work. It applies to all employers that have five or more full-time or part-time workers – and the anti-harassment provisions in the law apply to all employers with one or more employees. What is FEHA? FEHA prevents discrimination related to: … Read More
Religious Discrimination Laws: What Workers Need to Know
In California, it’s illegal to discriminate against someone because of his or her religion – and if you’ve been discriminated against on this basis, you may need a religious discrimination lawyer in LA or Glendale. Religious Discrimination Laws: What Workers Need to Know California law says that employers must not refuse employment, refuse to choose someone for a training program … Read More
California Work Laws: What You Need to Know
California work laws – also known as labor laws – are a set of rules that require employers to treat employees fairly. These laws affect hours, wages and working conditions, and companies have to follow them all or face legal repercussions. California work laws also cover things like: Wage theft Unpaid wages Unpaid overtime Unpaid sales commissions Safety and health … Read More
What is an Unpaid Wages Claim?
The Fair Labor Standards Act, or FLSA, which is enforced by the Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division, says that employers must pay employees what they’re owed – and if your employer hasn’t paid you, you could have an unpaid wages claim under California employment law. What is an Unpaid Wages Claim? An unpaid wages claim is a claim … Read More
California’s LGBT Discrimination Laws in the Workplace
California takes LGBT rights very seriously. The state has enacted LGBT discrimination laws pertaining to employment that go hand-in-hand with federal discrimination laws, but what are they – and what happens if someone violates them? California’s LGBT Discrimination Laws in the Workplace Like many other forms of discrimination, LGBT discrimination in the workplace is against the law in California. … Read More
