If you have a health condition, you could be protected against discrimination under federal and California law – but not everyone with a medical condition is considered disabled. Here’s what you need to know before you call a Glendale employment discrimination lawyer. Discrimination for a Medical Condition Unfortunately, some employers discriminate against people who have medical conditions. In order for … 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
What is LGBT Discrimination in the Workplace?
The state of California has enacted laws to protect members of the LGBT community from discrimination and persecution – and if an employer (prospective, current or past) has violated your rights and treated you unfairly, you could help prevent it from happening again by talking to an LGBT discrimination lawyer in Glendale or Los Angeles. What is LGBT Discrimination in … 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
Were You Unfairly Fired From Your Job?
If your employer unfairly fired you in the state of California, you may have a wrongful termination claim. But what does that mean, and what would be the benefit of you for filing a lawsuit? This guide explains: What it means if you’re unfairly fired from your job What the law considers wrongful termination What happens when discrimination is involved … Read More
What is Racial Discrimination in the Workplace?
Racial discrimination in the workplace is illegal—here in Glendale and everywhere else in the U.S.—but unfortunately, that doesn’t mean that it doesn’t happen. In fact, it happens far too often, resulting in disrupted lives, the loss of employment, and in many cases, the loss of faith in others’ humanity. If you’ve been a victim of racial discrimination in the workplace, … Read More
Religious Discrimination in the Workplace (and Why You May Need a Religious Discrimination Lawyer)
Religious discrimination is against the law—but unfortunately, it still happens in Glendale, Los Angeles, and other communities throughout California. What is Religious Discrimination? Religious discrimination, as it applies to the workplace, involves treating someone unfavorably simply because of his or her religious beliefs. How Religious Discrimination is Illegal Federal and state laws on religious discrimination are very clear: An employer … Read More
What is Verbal Harassment at Work?
The U.S. Department of Labor considers verbal attacks to be “workplace violence,” and in some circumstances, it’s illegal—but what is verbal harassment at work, and has it happened to you? If it has, you may want to talk to a verbal harassment attorney serving Glendale, Los Angeles and the surrounding communities. You could be entitled to financial compensation. What is … Read More
What is Wrongful Dismissal?
California employment law is very clear: Wrongful dismissal is illegal. But what is wrongful dismissal, and what can you do if your employer illegally fires you? What is Wrongful Dismissal? Wrongful dismissal, typically called wrongful termination, is what occurs when an employer fires or terminates an employee for reasons involving discrimination, whistleblowing, or making complaints about discrimination. It can also … Read More
Wrongful Termination and Discrimination
Wrongful termination often goes hand-in-hand with discrimination, although that’s not always the case. However, if it does happen to you—whether it’s related to age, disability, race, or something else—it may be in your best interest to talk to a Glendale discrimination lawyer who can help. Wrongful Termination and Discrimination: What You Need to Know There are several types of discrimination, … Read More
