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GINA protects your genetic data from discriminatory uses

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Last Modified on Dec 26, 2025

Without question, California employers have the right and responsibility to perform background checks on potential employees. Employers can check a variety of sources for information, including readily accessible public records. However, employers should not use any resource in an attempt to breach a person’s medical privacy in…

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Workplace discrimination bill stalls in congress

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Last Modified on Dec 26, 2025

Members of California’s LGBT community may have been following with interest the progress of a bill now in the hands of the U.S. Congress. This bill aims to address the fact that presently no federal law exists offering protections from workplace discrimination specifically for LGBT individuals. Currently,…

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Cheerleader seeks fair treatment in California court

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Last Modified on May 14, 2026

A member of the Oakland Raiders cheerleading squad filed a lawsuit alleging that the team violated California labor laws by not meeting minimum wage standards and denying lunch breaks. The lawsuit also claims cheerleaders are expected to cover expenses and face financial penalties for appearance-related…

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Could recent win for intern rights soon spread to California?

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Last Modified on Dec 26, 2025

In California’s competitive job market, starting a career in almost any field can be a challenge. In order to gain advantage in seeking a job after finishing school, many students take on unpaid internships as a means of acquiring valuable work experience. However, because of…

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