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Employees with disabilities have the right to reasonable workplace accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Altering workspaces can help disabled employees perform their job duties more effectively. Employers may refuse accommodations if...
When parting ways with your job in California, it's common for your employer to provide a severance agreement, which might include a general release or waiver of claims. This document is usually part of a severance package, and in signing it, your employer might ask...
Unfortunately, many people experience ageism in the workplace. California law protects individuals 40 years and above from discrimination from employers, supervisors and colleagues, yet it still happens. Here is what age discrimination in the workplace looks like:...
While they may enjoy their job, most Californians work to receive a paycheck. Unfortunately, many employees are not being paid what they are owed. How can you tell if you’re a victim of wage theft, and what can you do about it? Wage theft comes in many forms Wage...
Getting fired is not the only situation that could lead to a wrongful termination. In fact, employers who want you out of the company might not explicitly fire you to avoid liability. They may instead create a hostile or intolerable working condition that could compel...
Sexual harassment can come in many forms, but there are two main categories. The first is a hostile work environment. Catcalling, wolf-whistling and sexually suggestive jokes or remarks are some examples of subtle sexual harassment that constitute a hostile work...
Hostile work environments affect at least one-fifth of the US workforce. These workers feel intimidated, scared or uncomfortable due to the conduct of others at their jobs. Therefore, these are some signs of a hostile work environment that you should watch for. Public...
Many people employed in California have experienced workplace discrimination or another type of workplace violation. Yet, few actually come forward and make formal reports about their experiences. Newly proposed legislation may change that in an effort to make workers...
Employers have a legal responsibility to follow California wage and hour laws, but unfortunately, violations can occur both through willful disregard or ignorance. There are five common ways for an employer to violate these important laws. 1. Failing to pay minimum...
Many people employed in California face some form of workplace discrimination during their careers. Yet, research shows that LGBTQ professionals are especially at risk. Studies show that almost half of all LGBTQ professionals working in America face workplace...