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Frank S. Clowney III

Frank S. Clowney III is the Founder of The Law Office of Frank S. Clowney, III in San Diego, California. With more than 46 years of experience, he represents clients in employment law, maritime law, and personal injury. Admitted to the California Bar in 1978, he earned his J.D. from the University of San Diego School of Law, where he served on the San Diego Law Review. He is AV Preeminent Peer Rated by Martindale-Hubbell.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Frank S. Clowney III

Startup sued by former VP over sexual harassment claims

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Last Modified on Mar 01, 2023

California employees may be interested in the story of one woman who is taking her former employer to court over allegations of sexual harassment. The woman joins others in her industry who have recently alleged similar treatment at the hands of their employers. On June…

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New farm bill may benefit female farmworkers

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Last Modified on Feb 06, 2025

Many California residents understand that farm work is one of the most dangerous jobs available. Exposure to pesticides is one of the primary risks, but for female farmworkers, unwanted sexual advances, verbal abuse, and even rape are all threats when working in the fields. According to…

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President Obama signing order to prohibit discrimination

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Last Modified on Mar 01, 2023

California LGBT employees and other employees throughout the country may be receiving some additionally recognized rights, thanks to a new executive order that is slated for President Obama’s signature. The new order will prohibit federal contractors from discrimination against individuals due to their sexual orientation or gender…

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Proposed law would add legal protection for temp workers

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Last Modified on Mar 14, 2023

Temporary workers and subcontractors in California will receive new legal protections if a bill proposed on May 30 is adopted. Labor leaders say that many large companies avoid their responsibilities under California law by hiring their workers indirectly through temporary agencies or smaller entities. This…

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California state senate passes minimum wage bill

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Last Modified on Mar 01, 2023

The California state Senate narrowly approved a measure on May 29 that calls for the minimum wage in the state to rise to $13 an hour by 2017. Republicans argued strongly that raising minimum wage levels would discourage businesses from creating jobs in California and…

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Single mother wants pay protections for women during pregnancy

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Last Modified on Mar 01, 2023

A single mother’s life is one of many roles. She must be able use a firm hand to guide and gentle hand to heal. On top of this, she is frequently the primary or even sole breadwinner in her family’s household. Certainly many single mothers…

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Company limits employee options for age discrimination claims

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Last Modified on Mar 01, 2023

As Californians live through these unstable economic times, it is cold comfort to realize that most of us are sharing similar anxieties. Very few people are immune to the threat of sudden unemployment. But, perhaps the most vulnerable among us are those who have been…

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California labor commissioner raising awareness of wage theft

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Last Modified on Mar 01, 2023

The office of the California Labor Commissioner recognizes that when employers fail to pay employees their due wages, a negative impact is made upon the employees and their families. Federal and state employment laws exist in part to help ensure workers receive payment for their labor. To…

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San Diego police detective alleges sexual harassment in lawsuit

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Last Modified on Mar 01, 2023

Being a police officer in California is a challenging career under any set of circumstances. Police must depend on the support of their fellow officers in order to do their jobs safely and effectively. But should an officer be subjected to a hostile work environment, his…

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Noted California business fined for violating labor laws

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Last Modified on Mar 01, 2023

When a California worker takes on a paying job, he or she is offering to put their time and abilities toward helping an employer accomplish their goals. In return, the employer offers payment for services rendered. Both the federal and California state governments have established…

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GINA protects your genetic data from discriminatory uses

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Last Modified on Mar 01, 2023

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 Feb 07, 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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