The Rights of California Employees to Take Unpaid Leave Under Certain Circumstances The Family Medical Leave Act of 1993 and the California Family Rights Act of 1991 provides qualifying employees with at least sixty (60) days of unpaid leave for qualifying reasons. Further, a qualifying employee is guaranteed to return to their same position, or an equivalent position, when they … Read More
Workplace Harassment Examples
Workplace harassment is extremely serious – and if it’s happening to you but your employer refuses to do anything about it, you could have grounds for a lawsuit. But what does workplace harassment look like? Check out these examples to find out. Related: Can you file a hostile work environment lawsuit? Workplace Harassment Examples There are many types of workplace … Read More
Types of Workplace Harassment
There are several types of workplace harassment – and they’re all very serious. Here’s what you need to know about the main types of workplace harassment and what you can do to stop them. Types of Workplace Harassment The main types of workplace harassment include: Discriminatory harassment Sexual harassment Retaliation There are many other forms of harassment, though, and many … Read More
5 Steps to Take to Deal With Sexual Harassment at Work
If you’re experiencing sexual harassment at work, these five steps can help you deal with it – and put a stop to the behavior. Let us be clear: It’s not your responsibility as the victim to stop the behavior. It’s the offending party’s responsibility. However, following these steps can stop the harassment and improve your work environment – not just … Read More
Can You File a Hostile Work Environment Lawsuit?
If you’re subjected to a hostile work environment, you could be eligible to file a lawsuit against your employer or the people responsible for making your workplace unbearable. However, you should talk to a Glendale employment lawyer to find out whether a hostile work environment lawsuit is possible. What Qualifies as a Hostile Work Environment for Lawsuit Purposes? A hostile … Read More
When Should You Call a Los Angeles Labor Lawyer?
If you’re like many people, you could benefit from talking to a Los Angeles labor lawyer – but if you’re like most people, you don’t really know when to call, whether your employer has violated your rights, or what would happen if you talked to an attorney. This guide will walk you through when you should call a Los Angeles … Read More
Minimum Wage for Servers in California
Minimum wage for servers in California is the same as it is elsewhere in the state – regardless of the fact that waiters and waitresses receive tips. Tips don’t count toward minimum wage for servers in California. Employers must pay them the state’s standard minimum wage. What You Need to Know About Minimum Wage for Servers in California Servers at … 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
The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act: What You Need to Know
The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 makes it illegal for an employer to discriminate against employees or applicants because of their genetic information. But what does that mean, and how could it apply to you? The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act Commonly called GINA, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act prohibits employers from discriminating based on genetic information. That includes the … Read More
