Can an employer refuse to hire you if you have a disability? In the state of California, that depends on two things: Whether you can perform the job and whether the employer has a different reason for not hiring you. This guide explains if and when a California employer can refuse to hire someone who has a disability. Can an … Read More
Disability Discrimination for Non-Physical Disabilities
If you’re like many people, you have a disability that’s not visible – and that may mean that you’re vulnerable to disability discrimination at work. Here’s what you need to know about disability for non- non-visible or non-physical disabilities. Related: What is discrimination? Disability Discrimination for Non-Physical Disabilities Also called hidden or invisible disabilities, non-visible and non-physical disabilities can include … Read More
FEHA FAQ: Unpacking the Fair Employment and Housing Act
If you’re like many people, you’ve heard of the Fair Employment and Housing Act, or FEHA – but do you know what it covers, which people it protects or much else about it? This guide to frequently asked questions about FEHA covers those things and more. If you have additional questions, or if you believe your rights under FEHA have … Read More
Could You File a Catastrophic Injury Lawsuit?
Catastrophic injuries – in a legal sense, those that prevent a person from performing gainful work – are completely life-changing. These types of injuries often result from physical harm to the brain or spinal cord, but they also include things like serious burns, amputations, organ damage and other types of damage. If you’ve suffered a catastrophic injury due to someone … 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
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
Disability Discrimination Laws in California
Disability discrimination laws are in place in California and at the federal level to protect people who are differently abled in the workplace—but sometimes, employers violate those laws. When an employer violates disability discrimination laws, the victim may be entitled to financial compensation. Disability Discrimination Laws in California In the state of California, employers that have five or more employees … Read More
