Workplaces are supposed to be fair, safe places where people go five or more days per week to earn a living. These places have policies in effect that protect employees from discrimination involving age, sex, religion, race, creed, disability and more. There are times...
Employment Law
How do I spot employment discrimination?
Employment discrimination is against the law, no matter the industry or the company. When it comes to discriminating against potential employees or current employees, companies can face serious fines and penalties, including lawsuits from individuals or groups if it...
Wage and hour violations and workers’ rights in California
Under California law, hourly employees are required to receive time-and-a-half pay after working eight hours in a day. Employees are also required to receive time-and-a-half pay to employees who work seven straight days in a workweek. California law also mandates...
Understanding how California’s whistleblower act works
Whistleblower laws serve the purpose of protecting employees who report an employer's violation of the law or public's trust from being retaliated against for doing so. While most states have whistleblower laws in place that protect public employees from being fired...