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
Reasonable Accommodations: What You Need to Know
The Americans with Disabilities Act requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to workers who need them. A failure to do so could be disability discrimination. But what is a reasonable accommodation, and what should you do if your employer refuses to provide one? Reasonable Accommodations: The Basics California law and federal laws protect workers with disabilities and require employers to … Read More
What is Medical Discrimination?
It’s against the law for an employer to discriminate against someone because of a medical condition. Medical discrimination – a type of employment discrimination – happens far too often, though, so it’s incredibly important for you to know your rights. What is Medical Discrimination? Medical discrimination can occur when an employer refuses to hire someone with a certain medical condition. … Read More
Truck Driver Pay Laws
Truck driver pay laws can be a little confusing – and in some cases, trucking companies fail to pay drivers the overtime they deserve. That’s because the Fair Labor Standards Act, or FLSA, has a Motor Carrier Exemption. But not all drivers fall under that category. If you’re a truck driver, you need to know how truck driver pay laws … Read More
What is Transgender Discrimination?
Transgender discrimination is illegal – and if you feel you’ve been a victim of it, you could have legal options. What is Transgender Discrimination? Transgender discrimination is a serious issue in the U.S., with as many as 78 percent of all transgender people reporting that they’ve experienced at least one type of harassment or mistreatment at work. It can involve … 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
California Minimum Wage Increases January 1, 2019
California Minimum Wage Increases January 1, 2019: Your Legal Rights if Your Employer Fails to Compensate You At the New Minimum Wage Absent a few exceptions, employers are required to pay their employees minimum wage for all hours worked. While “all hours worked” has been the subject of much litigation, it is beyond the scope of this article. The California … Read More
3 Things Most People Don’t Know About Unpaid Wages
When you work, you’re entitled to pay for what you’ve done – whether you’re an hourly worker, a salaried worker or someone who works for commissions. But sometimes employers don’t pay their employees for work performed. And if that’s happened to you, you may need to file a claim against your employer to get the money it owes you. 3 … Read More
Quid Pro Quo Harassment Examples
If you’re like many people who have been sexually harassed in the workplace (get the full sexual harassment definition here), you may be considering filing a sexual harassment lawsuit. When you talk to an attorney about your situation, he or she will ask you several questions – including what type of harassment you suffered and what’s happening now. One type … Read More
What is the Whistleblower Protection Act?
The Whistleblower Protection Act of 1989 is a federal law that protects government employees from retaliatory action – but there are other laws in place, particularly in California, that protect other employees, as well. Whistleblowing Under the Whistleblowing Protection Act and California Law: What Counts? Whistleblowing is the act of reporting: A violation of a state or federal statute A … Read More
