Many new mothers choose to breastfeed their infants while on maternity leave. The nutrition their infant receives from breastmilk is important to them. Nursing mothers want their infant to continue receiving this nourishment when they return to work after maternity...
Employee Rights
Many things can be considered sexual harassment at work
Most California residents know that sexual harassment at work is illegal. However, sexual harassment means more than just unwanted sexual advances. Physical, verbal or visual unwanted sexual advances are considered sexual harassment. What you may not know is that the...
What is an adverse employment action for retaliation claim?
It is sometimes difficult to prove when companies in California are breaking the law. There may be instances of sexual harassment, discrimination, violations of environmental laws, regulatory laws and other types of illegal actions. Many times to prove the wrongdoing,...
When do employees need to be paid overtime pay?
People in California work different types of jobs, different shifts, earn different amounts per hour and have other differences as well. However, they all have a couple of things in common. They need to show up and work their shifts in order to get paid and they...
When is my employer required to give me a meal break?
Sometimes we physically and mentally need a meal break during the workday to refresh ourselves, so we can perform at an optimal level throughout the day. California law recognizes that meal breaks are a basic need and addresses when an employee is owed a meal break....
Employers may violate your FMLA rights
Many California residents work full-time jobs all year long, with a limited amount of paid time off for vacation and illness. However, this limited amount of time off may not be enough for employees who are unable to work due to certain life circumstances. Under the...
What are reasonable accommodations for disabilities?
Employers in San Diego need to ensure that they are following the various federal and state labor laws. There are many different laws regarding wage and hour laws, harassment, safety laws and discrimination. Employers are not allowed to discriminate against employees...
Can my employer impose mandatory tip-pooling in the workplace?
Those who work in the service industry often rely on tips to supplement their wages. These workers will often go above and beyond, because they want to treat their customers nicely and because they may get a good tip out of it. But if their employer tells them they...
What rights do employees have when pregnant?
Many people in San Diego want to have children and start families. For many women that means that they will become pregnant. Being pregnant can be a very joyous time, but as the baby grows in the womb, life becomes much more uncomfortable for the mothers. There are...
Are mothers allowed to pump during the workday?
Being a working mom is hard, especially when you recently gave birth to a child. Not only do you have to achieve your performance goals, but you also need to feed and take care of your baby. In California, you have the right to paid family leave for up to six weeks if...