If you’re an employee in the private sector or you work for the federal, state or local government, you’re most likely covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act, or FLSA. But what is FLSA, and how does it affect you? What is FLSA? FLSA is the Fair Labor Standards Act, and it governs things like: Minimum wage Overtime pay eligibility … Read More
Hostile Work-Environments and Harassment or Discrimination Claims
Everyone in California is familiar with the concept of harassment or discrimination to varying degrees; some forms are so blatant, that everyone knows harassment or discrimination is occurring. However, there are insidious forms of harassment that most people don’t identify – this form of harassment is known as a “hostile work environment.” Unlike sexual harassment claims, in which a plaintiff … Read More
What is Disability Discrimination?
If you’ve been the victim of disability discrimination, you know it’s an awful feeling – but what you may not know is that you could be entitled to financial compensation under federal and state laws. What is Disability Discrimination in the Workplace? Disability discrimination in the workplace occurs when an employer treats a qualified individual with a disability – whether … Read More
California Overtime Laws for Hourly Workers
In the state of California, employers are required to pay employees overtime – but how much, and when does it kick in over and above regular pay? California Overtime Laws for Hourly Workers The amount of overtime an employer owes an employee depends on the length of an employee’s shift and how many days the employee has worked during the … Read More
Fair Work Breaks for Hourly Factory and Warehouse Workers in California
Fair work breaks for factory workers – that’s what California law requires. All workers are entitled to periodic breaks and, in many cases, meal breaks. However, many factory workers are exploited and denied fair work breaks… and that’s against the law. What Are Fair Work Breaks? In California, employers have to provide meal and rest breaks for employees. Here’s the … Read More
5 Fast Facts About Sexual Harassment
Check out these five facts about sexual harassment and learn about possible remedies. You might be surprised at what you learn. Sexual harassment is a type of discrimination – and it’s against the law. It violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and it can come in two forms: … Read More
5 Signs That Someone is Sexually Harassing You
We’ve all strolled into work and heard an off-handed comment – maybe one of a sexual nature, or one that made us uncomfortable in another way that could still qualify as some type of harassment – but how can you tell if someone is sexually harassing you if they’re not blatantly obvious about it? 5 Ways You Can Tell if … Read More
I Have a Sexual Harassment Claim – The 5 Stages of a Sexual Harassment Complaint
How Does the Process Work? The nuts and bolts of the various forms of sexual harassment claims are discussed in other articles, which can be found on this page. This article will explain, in plain language, how the legal process works for the victim of sexual harassment. In general, the process goes through six (6) stages: (1) finding the right … Read More
How to Protect Yourself From Unsafe Working Conditions
Employers are required to provide safe workplaces for employees in every state – there are federal and state laws designed to protect workers. But how can you protect yourself in the workplace, and more importantly, what should you do if you’re exposed to unsafe conditions at work? How to Protect Yourself From Unsafe Working Conditions Before you can protect yourself … Read More
Damages in a Sexual Harassment Lawsuit: How Much Can You Sue For?
If you’ve been the victim of sexual harassment at work, you might be able to sue your employer in a sexual harassment case – and if you win, you’ll be entitled to damages. Many sexual harassment suits settle out of court, though, which means the employer offers the employee a sum of money as compensation without having to go to … Read More
