It’s been a year and a half since Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the CROWN Act. The law says that California employers and schools cannot discriminate against people with natural hairstyles most commonly worn by Black people and cannot prohibit these styles. The state...
Employment Law
Were you a victim of wrongful termination?
You never want to learn that your employer is terminating your employment, but this could happen at some point. Should it occur, it’s critical to turn your attention to the circumstances surrounding your dismissal. Here are some of the many examples of wrongful...
What Counts As Gender Discrimination?
Everyone deserves to be treated fairly while at work, but unfortunately this is not always what ends up happening in reality. Gender discrimination still occurs in some workplaces, but it should not be tolerated. However, this type of discrimination can be difficult...
Reasonable accommodations: What should you expect?
If you’re unwell or have a disability, then it’s important for your employer to provide you with reasonable accommodations. Reasonable accommodations can apply either to how your job is performed or to the duties you’re asked to perform. For example, if you come to...
Posting on social media could destroy your employment law claim
Some people turn to social media when they experience some kind of wrongdoing as a way to drum up support or connect with resources and assistance. However, in a situation where you intended to take legal action, your social media presence can impact your rights and...
Your employer has a responsibility to prevent sexual harassment
Your employer has a responsibility to keep your workplace free from sexual harassment. Taking action when something has already occurred is not enough. The Department of Fair Employment and Housing (FEHA) lays out what they require of employers to reduce the chance a...
Social media use can actually hurt your employment law claim
Social media has always been a way for people to connect with those they love, but it has also proven to be a powerful tool for initiating change. The photos, videos and stories that people share via social media have the potential to go viral when other people start...
Protect yourself from termination due to harassment claims
You spend a significant portion of your life at the workplace, and any amount of discomfort can be debilitating. When someone is harassing you or engaging in offensive behavior, you may feel lost on how to resolve the situation. It is difficult to predict how your...