The state of California prides itself on being welcoming to people from all walks of life. In fact, California is widely regarded as the most diverse state in the U.S. Yet, California is far from being completely free from discrimination, and this reality extends to...
Even though women have made great strides in the workplace and breaking the glass ceiling, the gender pay gap continues to exist and remains a major concern. With a pay rate of 82 cents to every dollar paid to men, the gap in pay costs women thousands of dollars...
As a blind or visually impaired worker, you know you have rights under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). For example, you understand that employers must make reasonable accommodations for...
Nobody wants to get fired, but losing your job can be a particularly stressful experience when you believe that you’re the victim of some form of wrongful termination. While employers (and employees) have some pretty broad latitude when it comes to deciding who they...
Unfortunately, pregnant employees experience discrimination in the workplace. The California Family Rights Act (CFRA) requires employers to provide employees disabled by pregnancy, childbirth, adoption or related medical conditions with accommodations. However, some...
When you find out you’re expecting a baby, it should be the most exciting and happy time for you and your family. There are going to be lots of new experiences and wonderful moments to come. Unfortunately, the reality for many is that with this excitement comes...
Employers have a legal obligation to provide their employees with a safe work environment. One of the dangers workers face and should be protected from is discrimination. Unfortunately, discrimination happens all the time, but people don’t always notice. To ensure...
Workplace contentment for employees generally starts with their employer. A conscientious employer will work to help ensure the entire staff is happy and well-treated. Unfortunately, not everyone who is in a position of authority cares about how they treat their...
If you are like most people, you spend up to 40 hours a week at work. Having a job means you can pay your bills, have fun and take care of your family. While work can be stressful and challenging, there is a difference between a difficult workplace and unlawful...
When you accept a job offer from a respectable business, you expect that your employment situation will be safe and entirely legal. Unfortunately, people sometimes show up to work and learn that their employer has done something inappropriate. Companies may adopt...
