Employment Law

Many employers attempt to avoid discrimination by making neutral policies that apply to everyone. This sounds like it would work and that they wouldn't run into any negative ramifications. If everyone has to follow the rules, then the rules are fair – or, at least,...

California, like many other states in the country, is an at-will employment state. Although many businesses do sign comprehensive contracts with their workers, California does not mandate employment contracts, nor does it restrict the rights of a company or employees...

Your company dress code might be vague. It might just have a rule requiring professional clothing and hairstyles. On the other hand, it might be incredibly specific, limiting workers to certain styles or even imposing measurements as part of the dress code. It is...

Until a few years ago, employees who settled sexual harassment and abuse complaints with an employer were often required to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) that prohibited them from talking publicly about what they’d suffered. If they violated the NDA, they...

Being fired from your job is never easy. The financial uncertainty that comes with it may even take a toll on your mental wellness.  If you were wrongfully terminated, then you'll be delighted to know that there are legal recourses available under the law for you to...

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits workplace discrimination on various bases, including religion, age, gender and national origin. This law has been challenged on various occasions. At all levels, courts have agreed that the sex-based discrimination...

In some cases, age discrimination is clear. For instance, if an employer states that they want to hire someone who is between 22 and 30 years old, that’s a clear case of discrimination since anyone over 40 is automatically excluded. It’s unfair for those workers not...

California has one of the strongest economies in the world, in part, because it is friendly to entrepreneurial endeavors and new industries, like technology. However, the state also has the reputation for offering workers better protection than many other places in...

You got hurt on the job or developed an acquired medical condition. You want to get back to work, but you need to heal first. Frequent rest or even immobilization are necessary for your recovery. That means you can't necessarily go to your job and perform work for...

Getting unceremoniously fired from your job will disrupt your life. Your finances, your daily schedule and all of your other plans will suddenly change. You probably need to save money until you find another job. Losing your job without another position lined up might...