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Yearly Archives: 2020
What is quid pro quo sexual harassment and how do you prove it?
Sexual harassment remains a scary reality for far too many workers. Everyday, men and women are subjected to demeaning behavior that renders their workplace unsafe. Making matters worse is the fact that reporting sexual harassment often leads to negative employment actions, such as demotion, reassignment, or termination.…
When your employer ‘forgets’ to pay overtime
Your employer asks you to work overtime because it’s a surprisingly busy week and there is no other way that the company can keep up with demand. You don’t want to work the extra hours, but you do want to stay in their good graces,…
Beware of mental distractions while driving
Distracted driving literature often focuses on warning about the dangers of texting and driving. Anything that causes a driver to let go of the wheel with one or both hands or to look away from the road is a distraction — and very dangerous. While…
Federal and state laws forbid retaliation by employers
Employees have very specific rights when it comes to filing complaints about illegal activities that occur within the company. Many individuals who file these reports or cooperate with investigations, both of which are known as protected actions, are concerned that they will have to deal…
3 ways distraction impacts driving in California
You know that California has laws against distracted driving, but you also know that it still happens. You can see plenty of news stories about accidents, and you can often see drivers using their phones if you simply glance at them on the highway. Laws…
What are signs of pregnancy discrimination in the workplace?
When you’re pregnant, you have a lot to think about. It shouldn’t include the way you’re treated by your employer or a prospective employer when you’re expecting a baby. Under the federal Pregnancy Discrimination Act, it is unlawful for employers with 15 or more employees…
A breakdown of religions in the U.S.
Religious discrimination is, unfortunately, a reality even in modern times. People often see differing treatment based on what they believe. When this happens in the workplace, it is illegal. To understand why it happens, you first have to know about the major religious beliefs in…
Disabilities and work: Employees can fight harassment
You have asthma, but you still need to work. You’re not disabled, and on most days, you are able to work without complications. Unfortunately, you are exposed to fumes, e.g., cleaning chemicals, on a regular basis. Unfortunately, that can cause you to have asthma flares.…
The rights of injured maritime workers vary from those on land
There are many legal protections in place for workers who get hurt on the job. In fact, you’d be hard-pressed to find a California worker who isn’t at least somewhat aware of their rights to medical coverage and disability insurance under workers’ compensation from their…
You don’t deserve to be discriminated against for your sexual orientation
When you started at your new job, you loved how you were treated and became a part of the team. You felt comfortable, so when someone abruptly asked you if you had a date for the weekend, you admitted that you were going to see…
Can your employer adjust tips to account for credit card fees?
These days, it feels like almost everyone pays for their meal with a credit card. That has not eliminated tipping, but it means that the tip gets tacked onto the bill and run through the card. Yes, people do still leave cash on the table…
Collecting your award after a successful personal injury claim
Winning your case in a personal injury lawsuit is wonderful. You will feel vindicated that the California court recognized how a person or company harmed you. However, winning is just the beginning of obtaining compensation for your suffering. Now, you must collect your financial damages…
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